I 1938 I The Western India Mission % % O F T H E Presbyterian Church in the U.S.A. %

% P A R T I

% Officers, Committees and Representatives % Minutes of the Executive Committee from November 3, 1937 to October 27, 1938

I f PA R T II * Minutes of all other Committees * (under the following heads) : ^ I. Evangelistic V. Policy II. Educational VI. Finance * III. Medical VIL Miscellaneous IV. Force VIII. Regional Conference * IX. Estimates %

Printed for Private Use f 1938

The Western India Mission

OF T H E

Presbyterian Church in the U.S.A.

PART I

Officers, Committees and Representatives. Minutes of the Executive Committee from November 3, 1937 to October 27, 1938.

PART II

Minutes of all other Committees (under the following heads):

I. Evangelistic IV. Force II. Educational V. Policy III. Medical VI. Finance VII. Miscellaneous

PART I The Western India Mission

O F T H E Presbyterian Church in the U.S.A.

OFFICERS, COMMITTEES AND REPRESENTATIVES 1933-39 President ... Rev. R.C. Richardson, D.D., Miraj. Secretary ... Mr. J. L. Goheen, LL.D., Sangli, S.M.C. Treasurer ... Mr. H. W. Brown, Sangli, S.M.C. Statistician ... Miss B. H. Freeman, Miraj, S.M.C. Board’s Attorney Rev. M. W.--Strahler.

Executive Committee Mr. J. L. Goheen, LL.D., Chairman and Secretary Rev. M. W. Strahler Miss B. H. Freeman (3) Mr. R. H. H. Goheen, M.D. (2) Rev. H. K. Wright (1)

DEPARTMENTAL COMMITTEES I. Educational Committee: Chairman.—Mrs. R. H. H. Goheen. Ad-lnterim Committee:—Mrs. R. H. H. Goheen, Mr. K. B. Urunkar, Mr. H. W . Brown, Rev. H. K. Wright and Miss Rachel Mathen. Indian Members.—Messrs. K. B. Urunkar, G. V . Moses, S. S. Chavan, M. C. Gorde and Miss Rachel Mathen. Missionary Members.—Mr. and Mrs. W . H. Brown, Mrs. L. B. Carruthers, Mrs. S. S. Fulton, Mrs J. L. Goheen, Mrs. R. H. H. Goheen, Rev. H. G. Howard, Mr. and Mrs. Kincaid, Mrs. W. H. Lyon, Mrs. J. E. Napp, Rev. and Mrs. M. W. Strahler, Mrs. D. B. Updegraff, Rev. and Mrs. R. A . Wilson, Rev. and Mrs. H. K. Wright and Rev. J. R. Graham.

II. Evangelistic Committee: Chairman.—Rev. F. O. Conscr. Ad-lnterim Committee.-*-Rev. F. O. Conser, Rev. V. A. Satralkar, Rev. S. N. Kale, Rev. "W. H. Lyon and Miss B. H. Freeman. Indian Members.—Rev. V. A. Bedekar, Rev. S. R. Dongre, Rev. M. N. Raste,-Rev. V. A. Satralkar and Rev. S. N. Kale. WESTERN INDIA MISSION

Missionary Members.—Rev. and Mrs. F. O. Conser, Miss G. L. Enright, Miss B. H. Freeman, Rev. W. H. Lyon, Dr. J. E. Napp, Dr. and Mrs. R. C. Richardson, Miss Seiler, Mrs. E. W. Simpson, Miss V. S. Strobridge, Dr. D. B. Updegraff, Dr. J. L. Goheen, and Mrs. J. R. Graham.

. Medical Committee: Chairman.—Dr. A. L. Jadhav. Ad-Interim Committee.—Dr. A. L. Jadhav— Chairman, Dr. S. D. Arawattigi, Miss A. R. Meuttmann, Dr. L. B. Carruthers and Dr. S. S. Fulton. Indian Members.—Dr. A. L. Jadhav, Dr. G. Samuel, Dr. S. D. Arawattigi, Dr. D. P. Gorde and Dr. M. Timothy. Missionary Members.—Miss E. Connelley, Dr. L. B. Carruthers, Miss M. Craig, Dr. Norma P. Dunning, Dr. S. S. Fulton, Dr. and Mrs. Frank, Miss L. F. Froese, Dr. R. H. H. Goheen, Dr. and Mrs. W . M. G. Jones, Misses M. M. Krug, A. R. Meuttmann, M. C. Richardson. F. Schafer.

ROTARY COMMITTEES 1. Arrangements:—Mrs. J. L. Goheen (i) Chairman, Rev. J. R. Graham (2), Mrs. R. H. H. Goheen (3). 2. A udit:—Mr. H. W. Brown (ex-officio) Chairman, Rev. M. W. Strahler (1). 3. Guidance:—Mrs. J. L. Goheen (2) Chairman, Miss F. Schafer (3) and Mrs. J. E. Napp (1). 4. Grades and Salaries:—Dr. J. E. Napp (3) Chairman, Miss F. Schafer (2), Rev. W . H. Lyon (1). 5. Property:—Mr. H. W . Brown {ex-officio) Chairman, Rev. M. W. Strahler, Rev. R. C. Richardson (2). ■6. Publication:—Mrs. H. K. Wright—Chairman (i), Mrs. T . M. Frank (2), Rev. H. G. Howard (3). 7. FffHfc Morals:—Miss A . Meuttmann (1) Chairman, Mrs. S. S. Fulton (2), Mrs. J. R. Graham (3). S. Women’s W or\:—Mrs. R. C. Richardson (1) Chairman, Mrs. R. H. H. Goheen (2), and Miss B. H. Freeman (3).

TEMPORARY COMMITTEES 1. Examining Committee for men—Bible study courses:—Dr. R. C. Richardson, Rev. S. R. Dongre and Rev. J. R. Graham. 2. Kathryn Stewart Scholarship Fund :—Mrs. Strahler—Chairman, Miss R. Mathen and Mrs. J. R. Graham. 3. Kolhapur Church Council co-operation Mr. W. H. Lyon— Chair­ man, Mrs. J. L. Goheen, Rev. F. O. Conser, and Rev. H. K. Wright. 4. Investigation of Rope-making Machine:—Dr. J. L. Goheen, Mr. H. W. Brown and Rev. V. A. Satralkar. 1 9 3 8 ] OFFICERS AND COMMITTEES V

5. Kodaikanal School : Mrs. Frank (1)— Chairman, Mrs. Carruthers (2). 6. Rural Medical Service:—Dr. L. B. Carruthers, Dr. A. L. Jadhav and Dr. N. P. Dunning. 7. Committee on the Future of Miraj Medical School:—Dr. W . G. Jones, Dr. Airan, Dr. D. P. Gorde and Dr. L. B. Carruthers. 8. Provident Fund:—Mr. W. H. Brown, Rev. M. W. Strahler, Rev. S. R. Dongre and Dr. F. Benjamin. 9. Physical Examination in Schools:—Dr. L. B. Carruthers, and Miss A . R. Meuttmann. 10. Nominating Committee:—Mrs. J. L. Goheen—Chairman, Rev. D. B. Updegraff, Miss A. R. Meuttmann, Rev. F. O. Conser and Mrs. H. W. Brown. 11. Training of Voluntary Village Leaders:—Miss Freeman, Dr. Upde­ graff and Rev. W . H. Lyon. 12. Registrar of Provident Fund:—Rev. M. W . Strahler. 13. Assistant Registrar of Provident Fund :—Mr. Myappa G. Dhana- wade. 14. Registrar of Records:—Dr. J. E. Napp. 15. Auditor of Provident Fund :—Mr. B. P. Gorde. 16. Religious Education:—Rev. W . H. Lyon—Chairman, Miss B. H. Freeman, Mrs. H. K. Wright and Rev. J. R. Graham. 17. Scholarship Committee:—Rev. M. W . Strahler, Miss R. Mathen, Principal of K.C.M.S., and Mr. H. W. Brown. 18. Selection of Students—Union Training College, Ahmednagar:— Rev. H. K. Wright, Principal K.C.M.S., and Dr. /. L. Goheen. 19. Co-ordination of Mission W or\:—Rev. W . H. Lyon—Chairman, Mrs. J. L. Goheen, Dr. J. E. Napp, Dr. L. B. Carruthers and Rev. H. K. Wright. 20. Medical Examiners:—Dr. L. B. Carruthers and Dr. S. S. Fufeon. 21. Western India N otes:—Mrs. J. L. Goheen—Editor, until Dr. D. B. Updegraff returns; Rev. W . H. Lyon—Business Manager; and Mrs. L. B. Carruthers—Assistant Editor. 22. Improved Diet in Schools:—(I.C. 3777) Dr. L. B. Carruthers to co-operate with Mrs. W. H. Wiser and Dr. B. H. Schneider. 23.Baby Fold:—Miss Schafer, Mrs. Brown.

REPRESENTATIVES 1. Secretary of the India Council:—Rev. John B. Weir, D.D., Ph.D. 2. Board of the "Dnyanodaya” :—Mrs. R. C. Richardson. 3. Bombay Representative Christian Council:—Rev. W. H. Lyon. 1938-40, Alternate, Miss B. H. Freeman. 4. Bombay Tract and Boo\ Society:—Mr. H. C. Howard, Mrs. H. K. Wright until Mm* H. G. Howard returns, Alternate, Mrs. H. K. Wright. vi WESTERN INDIA MISSION [1938

5. General Assembly:—Delegate, Rev. R. A. Wilson, Alternate, Mr. }. C. Kincaid. 6. Governing Board, Miraj Hospital: —Dr. R. H. H. Goheen, Dr. B. C. Oliver, Secretary of the Christian Medical Association, Dr. T. M. Frank,. Principal, Miraj Medical School, Dr. L. L. Beals, Dr. F. Benjamin, Miss A. R. Meuttmaiin, and Member to be elected by the Senatus. 7. Governing Board of the Union Training College, Ahmednagar:— Rev. W . H. Lyon. 8. Governing Board of the Union Theological College, Poona:—Rev. R. C. Richardson, Alternate, Rev. J. R. Graham. 9. Governing Board of the Wanless Tuberculosis Sanatorium :—Rev. M. W . Strahler. 10. The India Council: — 1937'1939 Principal: Rev. M. W. Strahler. Alternate: Dr. T. M. Frank. 1938-1940 Principal: Dr. J. L. Goheen. Alternate: Rev. H. K. Wright. MISCELLANEOUS 1. Curators of Sanatorium Property: — Kodaikanal—Rev. M. W. Strahler (3) Mahableshwar—Rev. M. W . Strahler (2) Panhala—Rev. M. W. Strahler (2) 2. Educational Supervisor (1936-39) :—Rev. H, K. Wright. 3. Associate Educational Supervisor:—Mr. K. B. Urunkar. 4. H istorian:—Mrs. W. H. Lyon. 5. Annual Sermon in English, 1939:—Rev. R. A. Wilson. 6. Annual Sermon in Marathi, 1939:—Mr. H. G. Howard. 7. Station Secretaries, 1937-1938 :— Ahmednagar—Rev. H. K. Wright. Islampur, Satara District—Mrs. W. H. Lyon. Kodoli—Via Kolhapur—SMC :—Mrs. J. C. Kincaid. Kolhapur, Shahupuri P.O.—Rev. M. W. Strahler. Miraj, Mission Hospital—Dr. R. C. Richardson. Nipani—Miss V. Strobridge. Sangli—Mr. H. W . Brown. Vengurla—Ratnagiri Dist.—Dr. S. S. Fulton. Reporters for W. I. Notes and News-letter Vengurla ...... Mrs. Fulton. Ratnagiri ...... Rev. V. A. Satralkar. Kolhapur ...... Miss Schafer. Sangli ...... Mrs. Brown. Miraj ...... Mrs. Frank. Islampur Mrs. Lyon. Nipani...... Mrs. UpdegrafT. Ahmednagar ...... Mrs. Wright. 1938] ROLL OF MEMBERS VU

ROLL OF MEMBERS Names Began Last arrival Furlough Service in India due Ahmednagar Rev. H. K. Wright Sept. 1932 Mar. v , , *9*5 I94° Mrs. H. K. Wright Y914-1935 June 1935 Mar. 1940 Islampur Rev. W . H. Lyon 1918 June 1935 June 1941 Mrs. W . H. Lyon 1918 June 1935 June 1941 Kodoli Rev. H. G. Howard 1907 On furlough Mrs. H. G. Howard 1900 On furlough Mr. J. C. Kincaid 1926 Feb. 1933 Apr. 1939 Mrs. J. C. Kincaid I925 Feb. 1933 Apr- l 939 Rev. R. A. Wilson *932 On furlough Mrs. R. A. Wilson 1932 On furlough Kolhapur Mrs. E. W. Simpson 1905 On furlough Miss C. L. Seiler 1909 Sept. 1932 May 1939 Rev. M. W. Strahler *9l3 July 1937 July 1943 Mrs. M. W . Strahler *9*3 Nov. 1938 July 1943 Rev. J. E. Napp 1916 On furlough Mrs. J. E. Napp 1916 On furlough Miss F. E. Schafer 1921 Nov. 1934 Mar. 1941 Miss N. P. Dunning, M.D. 1930 On furlough Rev. J. R. Graham *937 Nov. 1937 May 1943 Mrs. J. R. Graham 1937 Nov. 1937 May 1943 Miraj Rev. R. C. Richardson 1901 Sept. 1936 Dec. 1940 Retirement Mrs. R. C. Richardson 1901 Sept. 1936 Dec. 1940 Retirement Miss B. H. Freeman 1925 Jan. 1937 Jan. *943 Dr. W. M. G. Jones 1926 July 1933 July 1939 Mrs. W. M. G. Jones 1926 July 1933 July 1939 Dr. T. M. Frank 1928 June 1935 June 1941 Mrs. T . M. Frank 1928 June 1935 June 1941 Miss M. C. Richardson 1928 Sept. 1936 Sept. 1942 Miss A. R. Meuttmann 1928 Sept. 1936 Sept. 1942 Miss M. Craig 1930 Dec. 1937 Dec. 1943 Dr. L. B. Carruthers 1931 Sept. 1938 Sept. 1944 Mrs. L. B. Carruthers 1931 Sept. 1938 Sept. 1944 Miss E. E. Connelley 1934 July 1934 July J939 (Special term) Nipani Dr. D. B. Updegraff 1907 On furlough Mrs. D. B. Updegraff 1915 On furlough Miss V. S. Strobridge 19x8 Nov. 1932 Apr. *939 viii WESTERN INDIA MISSION [1938

Names Began Last arrival Furlough Service in India due Sangli Miss G. L. Enright 1902 On furlough Dr. J. L. Goheen 19 11 June *937 June 1943 Mrs. J. L. Goheen 19 11 Nov. 1937 June 1943 Mr. H. W. Brown 1916 Sept. 1938 Sept. 1944 Mrs. H. W. Brown 1916 Sept. *938 Sept. 1944 Vengurla Dr. R. H. H. Goheen 1905 Sept. 1936 May 1940 Mrs. R. H. H. Goheen 1905 Dec. 1936 See Manual 184 Miss L. F. Froese 1920 Aug. 1935 Aug. 1941 Rev. F. O. Conser 1923 July 1938 June 1938 Mrs. F. O. Conser 1923 Sept. I938 (Return delay- ed by Board action) Miss M. M. Krug 1931 Dec. m i Dec. 1943 Dr. S. S. Fulton *937 Feb. 1937 Aug. 1942 Mrs. S. S. Fulton 1937 Feb. 1937 Aug. 1942

Members retired in the United States of America Miss A. Adelaide Browne Miss Amanda M. Jefferson Mrs. J. P. Graham Lady Lillian Wanless Rev. William H. Hannum Miss V . E. MacArthur Mrs. William H. Hannum Rev. A. W . Marshall Miss A. L. Thompson (Retired Mrs. A. W. Marshall in England) Mrs. E. M. Wilson Alexander S. Wilson, M.D. Rev. A. L. Wiley, Ph.D. Mrs. Alexander S. Wilson Mrs. A. L. Wiley (For special actions regarding furloughs see Executive Committee actions 38134, 38148, and 38149). Minutes

OF T H E Sixty-Sixth Annual Meeting

OF The Western India Mission of the Presbyterian Church in the United States of America

THE OPENING SESSION The Mission convened at 8-30 p.m., Oct. 27th, 1938, at the Mission Bungalow at Panhala, Kolhapur State, for its Sixty-sixdi Annual Meeting, the President, Rev. W. H. Lyon, being in the chair. The meeting was opened with prayer by the President. The roll-call showed that there were 29 missionaries present out of the 48 regularly appointed missionaries. Guests present in­ cluded Dr. John B. Weir, Secretary of the India Council and Mrs. Weir, and Rev. H. J. Strickler, D.D., our guest speaker from the Punjab Mission. The Arrangement Committee presented the following pro­ gramme for the pre-Mission Conference which was adopted. It was decided to appoint a committee to read all of the Station Narrative Reports, these not to be read on the floor of the House. The Committee is then to report to the Mission.

Pre-Mission Conference Programme. Thursday. October 27. 8-30 p.m. ... The President, Rev. W . H. Lyon pre­ siding. Opening prayer by the President. Roll-Call—The Secretary, Dr. J. L. Goheen. Report of the Arrangement Commit­ tee—Miss V. Strobridge. Notices. Annual Sermon—Rev. H. K. Wright. 1 0 WESTERN1 INDIA MISSION [1938

Friday. October 28. 8-00 a.m. Dr. R. C. Richardson presiding. 8 — 8-30 a.m. Devotional—Dr. J. B. Weir. 8-30— 9-30 a.m. Address—Rev. H. J. Strickler—“ Es­ sential motives of Christian wit­ ness.” 9-30— 9-45 a.m. Intermission. 9-45— 10-45 a*m* Address—Mrs. H. K. Wright— “ Liter­ ature suitable for Religious Edu­ cation.” 10-45— 11-15 a.m. Discussion. 11-15— 11-30 a.m. Marathi Prayers in the Dining Room. 11-30 a.m. Breakfast. Afternoon Session Rev. M. W. Strahler, presiding. 2-30— 3'3° P-m- Address—Rev. H. J. Strickler— “ Dangers besetting the Evan­ gelist.” 3-30— 4-00 p.m. Tea. 4-00— 5-00 p.m. Address—Rev. J. B. Weir— “ Second Century Study in North India Missions.” 7-45 P-m- Dinner. 8-30 p.m. Mrs. R. C. Richardson, presiding. Report of the B.R.C.C. Survey Com­ mittee—Rev. W. H. Lyon.

Saturday. October 29. 8-00 a.m. Dr. J. L. Goheen, presiding. 8-00— 8-30 a.m. Devotional—Rev. V. A. Satralkar. 8-30— 9-30 a.m. Address—Rev. H. J. Strickler— “ The Christian Message to this Age.” 9-30— 9-45 a.m. Intermission. 9-45— 10-45 a-m- Address—Dr. B. R. Ambedkar— “ The distinctive Message of Jesus.” 10-45— II' I5 a-m- Discussion. 11-15— n-30 a.m. Marathi prayers in the dining room. 11-30 a.m. Breakfast. Afternoon Session Rev. H. K. Wright, presiding. 2-30— 3-30 p.m. Address—Rev. H. J. Strickler— “ The Christian’s unconscious influence.” 3-30— 4-00 p.m. Tea. 4-00— 5-00 p.m. Ooen Forum with Dr. Ambedkar.

Sunday. October 30. 9-30 a.m. Sermon by the Rev. H. J. Strickler. Holy Communion—Rev. H. J. Strick­ ler.' , Assisted by—Rev. Vishwasrao A. Bedekar! Mr. G. V. Moses. Mr. W. Mf. Brown. 1938] EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 11

2-30 p.m. .... Bazaar preaching in charge of Nama Jadhav. 4-30 p.m. .. Marathi service in Chapel—Rev. M. W . Strahler. 4-30 p.m. .. Children’s service—Mrs. J. C. Kin­ caid. 8-30 p.m. .. Praise service—Miss Florence Schafer, The following special appointments were made by the President. Assistant Secretary .. Rev. J. R. Graham Committees: Examining Records: Executive Committee Rev. R. C. Richardson Miss V. Strobridge Property Committee Mr. H. W . Brown Rev. H. K. Wright Stations: Islampur Dr. L. B. Carruthers Miss F. Schaffer Kodoli Mrs. H. K. Wright Mrs. W . G. Jones Kolhapur Dr. T. W. Frank Miss. Mary Richardson Mira] Mrs. R. H. H. Goheen Mrs. F. O. Conser Nipani Dr. W. G. Jones Mrs. T. W. Frank Sangli Rev. F. O. Conser Mrs. L. B. Carruthers Vengurla Mrs. J. C. Kincaid Miss A. R. Meuttmann Petitions: Rev. M. W. Strahler Mrs. H. W . Brown Resolutions: Mrs. R. C. Richardson Miss C. L. Seiler Station Narrative Reports: Mrs. R. C. Richardson Mrs. L. B. Carruthers

MINUTES OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE FROM Nov. 3, 1937— Oct. 27, 1938

A. Actions taken by Circular. 3801. Chairman and Secretary. That Dr. J. L. Goheen be both Chairman and Secretary of the Executive Committee. (Miss Deen to act in that capacity until January 1, 1938). 12 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [1 9 3 S

3802. Dr. Ian Orr—Payment of salary through Jan. 1938. That the Board be requested through the India Council to pay the salary of Dr. Ian Orr through the month of January 1938, in case he postpones his sailing until Jan. 12th. 3803. Rev. and Mrs. R. A. Wilson—Return. That we request the Board through the India Council to re­ turn Rev. and Mrs. R. A. Wilson to the field after their first furlough. 3804. Rev. and Mrs. J. Reid Graham—Language study. That Rev. and Mrs. J. Reid Graham be permitted to reside in Poona for language study until March 1, 1938. (See Action 38 19 ).

B. Actions Taken at Vengurla, January 7, 8, 1938. 3805. Changes in the Constitution and1 the Rules referred to the Executive Committee. (See Rules 234 A. Section 3, Monthly Statements). 3806. Mofatlal building, Miraj Hospital—Repair. In view of the critical situation with reference to the flat roof of Mofatlal building, Miraj Hospital, we renew Action 3602, 8 “ That the Board be requested through the India Council to sanc­ tion the appropriation of a sum up to Rs. 3,000 from the proceeds of the sale of one or more of the Mission’s bungalows, to meet the expenditure to be incurred in building a third storey on the Mofatlal Block.” 5— Q. 3807. Esther Patton School, Kolhapur, Administration. That in view of the changing circumstances with reference to Action 3 7 3 10 (incorrectly printed in M. Minutes 37, page 56 as 37 130 ) and in view of Miss Deen relinquishing control of the Esther Patton School, April 1st 1938 and in view of the fact that the service of Miss Grierson is not available at present R e s o l v e d :— a. That Miss Mathen, present head-mistress of the E.P.S., be put in executive charge of the school from April 1, 1938, for one year, and that as long as she carries this responsibility she be given an allowance of Rs. 14 per month. b. That the Ad-Interim Educational Committee be asked to arrange for such supervision and assistance as may be necessary. c. That since Miss Mathen takes the place of Miss Cornelius in Action 3 7 3 10 , and since a graduate teacher must 1 9 3 ®] EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 13

be secured to assist her, we continue our request to the India Council for funds as indicated in action 3 7 3 10 . d. That Mr. Strahler be responsible for the financial ad- ministration of all the work of the Kolhapur station, Classes VII & VIII, including the E. P. School, for I 938-39- e. That Mr. Strahler be authorised to get such additional clerical help as he may deem necessary, the charge for the same to be apportioned to the units of the work concerned. 5— °- 3808. Dr. Ian Qrr. That further action concerning the future relation of Dr. Ian Orr to this Mission be deferred until the March meeting. 5— °- 3809. Bhivabai Kamble—Pension. That in view of the exceptional circumstances involved, Bhivabai Kamble, widow of the Rev. Tukeramji Kamble, be given a pension of Rs. 5 per month from Jan. 1, 1938 to March 31, 1 9 3 9 - 4— 1. 3810. Kodoli Community Middle School—Boarding De­ partment. That in reply to a request from the Rev. R. A . Wilson, he be asked, for lack of funds, to close immediately the boarding depart­ ment of the Kodoli Community Middle School except for certain classes, and that the provision for the estimated deficit of about Rs. 500 be considered at the March meeting. 5— °- 3811. Second Century Survey. That in reply to a letter from the Secretary of the India Council dated Jan. 3, 1938, this committee state that we approve in general the statement of objectives concerning the survey of the Board’s work in India. 5— 0. 3812. I.C. Project in Sangli. That we approve of the statement of the project in Sangli station and request the India Council to renew its grant of Rs. 300 for the same, the secretary of the station to send a covering letter. 5— o. 3% 3. Sanatorium allowance. } That in reply to a letter from the treasurer: of the Mission, he be advised that he may advance on April 1st, each year, one half 14 WESTERN INDIA MISSION U 938 of the normal sanatorium allowance to the members concerned, the balance to be paid when all rent receipts from the sanatorium property are available. (See 37235 and Rule 207 in the revised draft of the Field Manual). 5— 0. 38 14 . Rent receipts and sanatorium allowances to missionaries. That the Board be requested through the India Council for permission to use rent receipts for charges under sanatorium allow­ ances to missionaries. See Board’s General Letter 65, page 4, top paragraph, Sec. 4. Also New Manual Sec. 117 . 5— 0 . 3815. Affiliation—Bombay Tract and Book Society. That in reply to a letter from Miss Moreland of the Bombay Tract and Book Society, we reply that our Mission will be for­ mally affiliated from April 1, 1938. 5— 0. 38 16 . Balance under ihieological scholarships (i937:-38). That with reference to a letter from the Treasurer regarding the balance saved under the head of Theological Scholarships 1937-38, the Committee decides that this balance should be re­ served for expenditure under the same head 1938-39. 5 ° * 3817. H, G. Rukadikar—Aid in Theological Course. That in reply to a letter from H. G. Rukadikar, the Com­ mittee states that it has no funds available at present or in sight for his education and is doubtful if any can be secured in India. It therefore cannot assure him of aid for his theological course. 5— o. 3818. E. P. School, Kolhapur—Govt. Grant. That the Chairman of the Committee be authorised to re­ quest H. H. The Maharaja of Kolhapur for a grant to the Esther Patton School. (See 37 14 6 C.) 5— 0. 3819. Appropriation of rent on account of Rev. and Mrs. J. R . Graham. That we appropriate Rs. 45 per month for three months for rent for Rev. and Mrs. J. R. Graham, residing in Poona for language study. 5 — ° ' 3820. Funds for Mass Movement survey from Harkness. That in case the money is not available from the Centennial 1 9 3 8 ] EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 1 5

Fund the first charge against the balance in the Harkness Funds be Rs. 500, Mass Movement Survey. 5— 3821. Mr. Don Medaris. That in view of the approaching departure of Mr. Don Medaris record be made of the Mission’s appreciation of his more than three years of efficient service in the Miraj Medical school as a special term teacher; and that the Mission recommends him for help in his desire to prepare himself for medical missionary service.

. 4— °- 3822. Building for Miss Meuttmann. That in reply to the request of Dr. W. M. Jones for Rs. 3,850 of the Miraj Bungalow Fund for the cottage building for Miss Meuttmann, we ask him to take up this matter through his Manag­ ing Committee for consideration at the March meeting of this Committee. 4— 1- 3823. Error regarding Administration Committee—Wan- less T . B. Sanatorium. That we place on record the judgment of the Executive Com­ mittee that the reference in the New Field Manual, No. 19, indi­ cating that the Ad-Interim Committee of the Medical Committee to be the Administrative Committee of the Sir William Wanless Tuberculosis Sanatorium, is an error and should be deleted. 3— 2- 3824. Committee on Grades and Salaries. That a Committee consisting of Mr. Wright, Mr. Lyon and Miss Schafer be appointed to work out the grades and salaries, as indicated in Sections 152-19 9 of the reorganisation report and report at the March Meeting. 5— 0* 3825. Ad-Interim Medical Committee—Miss M. Cfaig Vice Dr. Dunning. That Miss M. Craig serve on the Ad-Interim Medical Com­ mittee in place of Dr. Dunning and until the latter’s return. 5— 0 . 3826. Krishnaji B. Urunkar—Daily allowance. That Krishnaji B. Urunkar, Assistant Educational Inspector, be permitted to charge up to As. 8 per day for living expenses, if necessary, while on tour. 5— 0. 16 WESTERN INDIA MISSION I 1 938

3827. Hot Season Vacation. The opinion of the Committee was sought regarding the length of the hot season vacation, a missionary recently returned from furlough, is entitled to. The Committee feels that an allot­ ment of four days for every month of service since return be con­ sidered proper. 4— o. 3828. Catherine Fredericks— Appointment. That we approve of the recommendation of the Registrar of Records for the employment in Miraj of Catherine Fredericks in Class IV, Grade III, on a salary of Rs. 26 per month from Dec. 1, 1937- 5— 0. 3829. Elias Balekundri—Re-employment. That on the recommendation of the Registrar of Records, Nipani Station be permitted to re-employ Elias Balekundri at the salary he was receiving when he was dismissed for misconduct. N o increase should be given with re-employment; dismissal can­ cels previous sanctions of salary. 5— o. 3830. Provident Fund Committee. That a Committee consisting of Mr. Kincaid and Mr. Strahler be appointed to report on items 37228, 229. 5— 0 . 3 8 3 1. Miss G . L . Enright— Furlough on medical certificate. That Miss G . L . Enright be permitted to proceed at once on furlough already overdue and now necessitated by medical certi­ ficate. Her regular furlough was due Sept. 1937. Reference 37309 should read Sept. 1937 to Sept. 1938. 5— °. C. Actions Taken by Circular: 3832. Miss Krug’s Salary on a 55% Basis. It was R esolved: “ That request be made through the India Council to the Board for payment to Miss Mary Krug of salary on the basis of 55% of a married couple’s salary, since she is living alone and running her own establishment, this to take effect from Jan. 1, 1938. 5— o. 3833. Substitute for Dr. Orr. That in view of the urgent need for a doctor to take the place of Dr. Orr, and since there seems to be good reason to con­ clude that Dr. John Scudder is not available, Dr. Frank be per­ mitted to approach Dr. J. S. Carman, of the American Baptist 19 3 8 ] EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 1 7

Mission and locate at Hanumakonda, Nizam’s Dominions, for the loan of his services for a period of six months, this to begin -as soon as arrangements can be made: also that, in order to meet his salary for this period, the Board be requested through the India Council to sanction this arrangement and furnish the neces­ sary funds. P.S.— Dr. Carman is not available. 5— o. D. Actions Taken at Sangli, March 18, 19, 1938. 3834. Mr. Don Medaris. That in view of the objections made regarding Action 38 21, the Committee woud substitute the following resolution: That the Mission places on record its appreciation of the service of Mr. Don Medaris as a teacher in the Miraj Medical School for 3 yi years and hopes that he will beblessed in his future life and service. (See 37296, 38 2 1). 5— o. 3835. Appointments—St. Luke’s Hospital. That the following appointments in St. Luke’s Hospital, Vengurla be approved: That Dr. Asirvadam, B.A., M.B.B.S., be employed on a salary of Rs. 150— 10— 300. 4— 1. That Dr. Chako K. Cherian, L.C.P.S. be employed at a salary of Rs. 75 and the matter of an increment and an upper limit in his case be decided at Annual Meeting, after action on scales of pay have been taken. 5— 0 - 3836. Personal Labor report and time to Evangelism. That attention of missionaries is called to the important ques­ tion of indicating in the labor reports at annual meeting the amount of time devoted to public and personal evangelism by missionaries. (Board Letter 106). 5— 0 . 3837. Approval of Grant to National Christian Council. A. That the Board’s proposal to grant a direct appropria­ tion to the National Christian Council be approved, provided that such a grant does not adversely affect the appropriations to the Missions and the India Council. 5— o* Inter-National Missionary Council— Tambaram. B. That the Board be requested to make a special appro­ priation, if possible, to the International Missionary Council at Tambaram in 1938 18 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [1938

3838. Inter-Mission Evangelistic Survey. That in reply to a request from the Evangelistic Committee of the Bombay Representative Christian Council that D r. J. L. Goheen take part in an Inter-Mission Evangelistic Survey, the Mis­ sion states that owing to the shortage of missionaries in the Deccan at the present time, we are unable to grant the request. The Mis­ sion would consider a request from the Committee for the service of the Rev. W . H. Lyon, for the survey. 4— 0. 3839. Church Council and Men’s Evangelistic work in Sahgli Field. That with reference to the Church Council taking over the Men’s Evangelistic work in the Sangli Field, the Church Council be informed that we must at this time postpone further action be­ cause of a communication from the Board indicating that “ Since this would inaugurate a type of Church Mission co-operation new to the Missions in India just prior to the visit of the Second Century Delegation, which will be considering with the Missions the general principles underlying such plans and their application to Indian conditions, it was voted to postpone action until the plan can be considered by the New Century Delegation in confer­ ence with the Mission. S e e Church Council letter of February 25? 1 938 and Board action Letter dated Feb. 25, 1938. Also W.I.M. 37164. Following a Board suggestion, we further request the Church Council to draw up a project looking forward to closer co-opera­ tion in this work. 5— 0. 3840. Provident Fund was carefully revised; the final draft to be presented at the June Meeting. 5— 0. 3841. Central Committee and the Lakeville Principle. In view of the information received from the Board in its report of actions taken Feb. 2 1, 1938, “ The Board would reply that it is its understanding that both in the Departmental Com­ mittees and in the Central Committee there may be employees of the mission sitting as full voting members. It is also the understanding of the Board that the actions of the Central Com­ mittee are accepted by the Mission without modification as its own actions. Under such circumstances it would appear to the Board improper for the Departmental Committees or the Central Committee to legislate upon the salary or the perquisites of Mis­ sion employees. However, some methods should be devised whereby valid representations from the Mission’s employees re- 1938] EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 19 garding their salaries or perquisites might be brought to the Mis­ sion for its consideration. The ruling of the president that “ De­ partmental Committee is not another body but is the Mission it­ self,” would appear to have ignored the Manual definition of the Mission. See Manual Sec. 50— “ A Mission consists of all foreign missionaries under appointment by the Board within specified territorial limits” (W.I.M. 37185; I.C. 37152). Therefore all questions relating to salaries, increases and other perquisites such as pensions etc., be referred to the present Committee on a new scale of pay, consisting of Mr. Wright, Miss Schafer and Mr. Lyon. 5— 0 . 3842. Rewording— Sec. 3805-14. (See Rule 234 A, Sec. 14 ). 3843. Contract with the Inter-Mission Business Office. That we authorise the Treasurer to sign the following con­ tract with.the Inter-Mission Business Office:— In accordance with our decision to co-operate with the Inter- Mission Business Office, Bombay, by sending to it certain business to transact, we promise to send you during the year of 1938, such drafts, cheques and bills of exchange as we have for sale, to be sold through the American Express Company, for which exchange will be given at one-fourth point below parity. We will book with the American Express Company, Bom­ bay, through your Office, all steam-ship passages for missionaries of this Mission going on furlough, it being our understanding that after you have registered the passage with the American Express Company, we may, if we desire, carry on correspondence directly with the American Express Co., arranging details with them. We agree that the principal Bank accounts of our Mission Treasurer, if maintained in Bombay, will be kept with the American Express Co. Further, in consideration of the under­ standing by the Inter-Mission Business Office to act as associate treasurer of this Mission, keeping the account books, operating the Bank accounts and making reports to the Board, we agree to pay to the Inter-Mission Business Office the sum of Rs. 150 per month to cover all ordinary expenses of missionary supervision, office staff, postage, printing and stationery, but not to include the cost of account books, bonding of the Associated treasures, and the expense of audit. It is understood that we shall appoint a Treasurer, through whom our budgets and actions of the Executive Committee shall pass to the Inter-Mission Business Office, and to whom that Office shall refer matters of enquiry and reports to the Mission. In this Agreement our relationship is understood to be that of full affiliation on a contractual basis, looking forward to full 20 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [1938

affiliation in the -management of the office, when we can have our own Treasurer to represent us in the office. Until such time we are under no further financial obligation beyond the payment of Rs. 150 per month and are not entitled to a share of the Management of the Office or any surplus that may accrue from such management.

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3844. Nominations—Joint Treasurer of 3 Missions. In reply to a letter from the Secretary of the India Council, Feb. 27, 1938 asking for nominations for the proposed Joint Treasurership in Bombay, we would suggest the name of Mr. J. W. Prentice of Allahabad. 4— 1. 3845. Miss V. Strobridge— Salary. That we request the. Board through the India Council to ap­ prove of the request of Miss V. Strobridge for payment of her salary on the basis of 55% of a married couple’s salary from Jan. 1, 1938. 5 — 0 . 3846. Hot Season Cash Allowance. That Misses Schafer and Froese be given cash allowance for the hot season and their assignment of SchaufTler Cottage be rented. 5— 0. 3847. Appropriations from Harkness Fund. That out of the unexpended balances in Harkness Fund at the time of the audit, the following amounts may be set aside for 1938-39-'— Nipani Rs. 150, Sangli Rs. 25, any other items to be dis­ tributed after the audit. 5— 0 . 3848. Allotment for the Class at Panhala. That inasmuch as the Class at Panhala could not be held this year, the appropriation of Rs. 17 5 in this year’s estimates be set aside for this item next year.

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3849. Provision for three students in the U .T.C . Poona. That up to Rs. 1,200 be set aside out of rent receipts for three students in the United Theological College, Poona. 5— 0 . 3850. Submission of Statistics (Supplementary resolution, Action 3871 included). That we call the attention of the statistician and all station secretaries to the requirement of the India Council 3716 7, calling for statistics to be in the hands of the India Council by July 1st, each year; therefore, it will be necessary to close the statistician year March 31st; and that the statistician should present to the Executive Committee at its June Meeting this report. (Church statistics may be for the preceding year ending in September). Supplementary resolution, Action (by Circular) 3871: Later, in view of the fact that the statistician has objected, pointing out that forms for the statistics are not available, also that this change in date of the statistical year has been announced very late and without any previous warning, it was decided that the statistician be allowed until the 25th of July to get the report ready, and that it then be submitted to a Sub-Committee of the Executive Committee for final consideration and approval Passed 18-4-38. 5-0. The Sub-Committee as appointed on July 15th was Dr. J. L. Goheen and Mr. M. W. Strahler. 5— 0.

RATNAGIRI ITEMS 3851. Replacement of Matron. That after hearing a letter from Mr. Chavan and Gangabai Matron, 37299-2, dealing with the replacement of Matron, was referred to Vengurla station for action. 5— 0 . 3852. Baburao Saylekar— Retirement. That from April 1, 1938, Baburao C. Saylekar, Ratnagiri, be retired on a monthly pension of Rs. 14, this arrangement to be reviewed at the June meeting. 5— 0 . 3853. Release of S. G. Malap. That S. G. Malap be released from service as a teacher in the Harrison School, Ratnagiri, and that he be given Rs. 12, which is one-half of his salary, his case to be further considered at the June Meeting. 5 — 0 . 22 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [ 1 938

3854. Evangelistic Ad!-Interim Committee— Recommenda­ tion. That with reference to the request of the Ad-Interim Com­ mittee of the Evangelistic Committee that Rev. and Mrs. W . H. Lyon be transferred to Ratnagiri and that Rev. and Mrs. F. O. Conser be transferred to Vengurla, it was decided after a full consideration of the Ratnagiri situation that the Committee can not recommend to the Mission the rescinding or modification of 37299-5, dealing with the transfer of the Consers to Ratnagiri. 4— 0. 3855. Mrs. Simpson’s request. That with reference to a motion submitted by Mrs. E. W. Simpson and four other members of the Mission, inasmuch as both the parties concerned will be on furlough, the papers in the case be sent to the Board Secretary for India with the request that conference of both parties be arranged looking towards the arbitra­ tion of the points at issue. 5— 0 .

3856. That the Order of Preference for New Property be as follows:— Rs. 1. Necessary repairs 2,400 2. United Theological College Poona, Students’ Quarters 2,500 3. Third storey, Mofatlal, Miraj 3,000 (From proceeds of the sale of the Ratnagiri Bungalows). 4. Christian School, Miraj Rs. 3,500 Raised on the field „ 1,000 2,500 5. Vengurla High School, Principal’s House 3,000 6. Sangli Industrial & Agricultural School, Shop Rs. 10,000 Equipment „ 5,000 — 15,000 7. Bible Women’s House, Miraj 2,300 8. Vengurla, Wall aroundHigh School 2,000 9. Vengurla High School Hostel 12,000 5— 0 . 3857. Appeals against the action of the Committee (Pro­ perty). (See Rule 32). 5 — 0 . 1938] EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 23

3858. Sanatorium request for Rs. 3,850. In reply to the request of the Governing Board, Sir William Wanless Tuberculosis Sanatorium, Rs. 3,850, the cost of the Mis­ sionary Nurses Cottage, be met out of the Miraj Bungalow appro­ priation, and that out of this sum, thus granted, the debt of the Sanatorium to the Miraj Hospital be paid. (See 3822). 5— 0 . 3859. Kolhapur Church Property. That consideration of a recommendation of the Property Committee regarding the Kolhapur Church property, be deferred 10 Annual Meeting. 5— 0. 3860. Bombay Representative Christian Council—Two Language Sections. That in reply to a communication from the Bombay Repre­ sentative Christian Council, we favour the formation of two language sections. 5— 0 . 3861. Petition—Rev. I. A. Ranabhise. That in reply to his petition, Rev. I. A. Ranabhise be in­ formed that failing any call for his services, we can not offer him any work. 5— 0 . 3862. Substitute for Dr. Orr. That in the event Dr. John Grey from Shanghai is available for Miraj. he be engaged temporarily and the Board be informed accordingly by cable. In the meanwhile Dr. Frank is urged to look up other candidates for the position. 5— ° . 3863. Letter from Miraj Senatus. In reply to a letter from the Senatus of the Presbyterian Mission Hospital, Miraj and the Miraj Medical School, Feb. 17, 1938, asking “ whether it is in order for the Physician-in-charge to employ a person, other than a menial on any salary without the consent of the Senatus” the Executive Committee states that according to Mission Action 37337 the physician-in-charge was instructed to carry out the suggestions of the Mission in 3602 for the establishment of a Central Business Office, and under the constitution, which makes him general administrator and makes him responsible for the maintenance of the plant, he in carrying out this provision was within his rights in employing special help of a high grade. We heartily approve of the change from n o D.C. to 220 A .C ., as it is in the interest of efficiency and economy and we be- 2 4 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [1938

lieve that the utilisation of a moderate amount from the General Funds for the deep X-Ray Therapy equipment is justifiable. The Committee would further state that it feels that the Senatus has a definite opportunity for constructive service as out' lined in the Constitution. 5— 0. 3864. Committee on Second Century Visit. That Dr. J. L. Goheen, Mrs. R. H. H. Goheen, and Dr. A. Jadhav be a committee on the preparation for the Second Centuary Visit. 5— 0.. 3865. Travel account of Dr. Orr. That the travel account of Dr. Orr be charged in the regular way, less the contribution from the London Missionary Society. 5— 0.. 3866. Contradiction in Rules 238 and 241. The Committee calls attention to the contradiction between Sec. 238 and 24 1 of the Constitution and Rules and decides that Rule 2 4 1 should be deleted. 5— o. 3867. Two Year Furlough Lists. Mr. Wright was asked to make up furlough lists as requested by the India Council. I.C. 37125. 5— 0.. 3868. Reserve Funds. That we approve of Reserve Funds for all institutions. 5— 0 . 3869. The Order of Preference for New Missionaries. That the Order of Preference to New Missionaries be as follows :— 1. Miraj doctor (take the place of Dr. Orr). 1. Woman Educationalist, Kolhapur. 3. Married Evangelist, Islampur. 4. Nurse, Miraj, Miss Mary L. Goheen. 5. Married Evangelist, Miraj. 6. Married Evangelist, Sangli. 5— O' 3870. Representation on Bombay T. & B. Society. That Mr. Lyon be the Mission’s representative to the Bombay Tract and Book Society. 5 — 0 . EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

E. Actions Taken by Circular, Kolhapur, July 15, 16, 1938. 3 8 7 1. Submission of Statistics— Supplementary resolution to Action 3850. (See Action 3850). 5— 0 . 3872. Islampur Dispensary: Renting. On recommendation of the Property Committee it was de­ cided “ That the renting of the Dispensary building at Islampur to Dr. B. B. Saptal for one year be approved, with the possibility of continuing it if both the parties are satisfied; and that the rate be Rs. 8 per month. Passed 19-6-38. 5— 0 . F. Actions taken at Kolhapur, July 15, 1 6 . 3873. Financial Actions Growing Out of the Audit. A. Over-expenditures met out of Savings: — 1. Rs. 191-10-4, I.C.H. School. 2. Rs. 4-15-10, Mr. V. A. Satralkar. 3. Rs. 171-5-0, Graham Memorial School, Mrs. J. C. Kincaid. 4. Rs. 78-15-3, Sangli District, Dr. J. L. Goheen. 5. That the over-expenditure of Mrs. E. E. Simpson of Rs. 98-6-0, less Rs. 35, charge for Bible Society Bill not paid, or Rs. 63-6-0, be met from savings and that the Rs. 35 be paid to Islampur station from savings. 6. Rs. 47-2-0, savings, Mrs. J. L. Goheen, VII, be returned to her. B. That the following amounts be charged back: — 1. Rs. 543-12-6, Kodoli Community Middle School. 2. Rs. 1,104-8-0, Dr. R. C. Richardson, Miraj. 3. Rs. 326-4-6, Nipani VII Rs. 2,222-15-1, Nipani, Gram Shevak Shala. Rs. 268-2-3, Nipani, Day Schools, VIII.

C. That out of Rs. 919-13-9, savings G.T. 1937-38, the sum of Rs. 50 be appropriated for Panhala Training class 1938-39, and Rs. 240 for Educational Supervisor 1938-39. Vote, B. 3, Nipani. 4-1, others, 5-0. 3874. Cut of 5% Appropriations. That the Board’s cut, as determined by the I.C. 3825, be met as follows:— A. That all savings in G.T., Rs. 629-13:9 and in VII and VIII Rs. 811-12-10 and in I.C. Rs. 189-11-0, total Rs. 1,631-5-0 be used in 1938-39 to meet the cut. 5— 0- -26 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [1938

B. That Rs. ■ 1,000 of the Kolhapur Church Account be used. 5— 0. C. That Rs. 800 of the balance Rent Receipts, April 1, 1938, be used. 5—0. That affirmative vote of Mr. Wright was recorded on a lost motion that Rs. 700 additional be taken from rent re­ ceipts to meet the cut. i—4- D. That missionaries be given an opportunity to contribute to the unmet balance of the cut, Rs. 705-10-5, and that any unmet balance in the cut on Jan. 1, 1939, be met from Rent Receipts. (If each missionary will pay Rs. 25, the full balance will be met). Mr. Wright’s negative vote was recorded. 4— 1. 3875. Additional Scholarships from I.C. Funds for U.T.C. Students. That the Intermission Business Office be instructed to ad­ vance to the Principal of the Union Training College out of sus­ pense account, to students in that institution as follows:— B. Y. Lokhande Rs. 50, Rama S. Avale Rs. 80, David P. Waghmare Rs. 100, the total amount of Rs. 230 to be asked from India Council Funds. 5— 0 . 3876. Adjustment of Dr. Orr’s Travel Account. That the Treasurer be asked to adjust the I.M.B.O. Travel account of Dr. Orr in accordance with the Board’s Instructions. 5— 0. 3877. Provident Fund: Students under training. That in reply to a letter from the Rev. J. F . Edwards to the Treasurer of the Mission, April 12, 1938, the Committee states that it does not approve of the principle of the Mission paying the Provident Fund of its students who are undergoing training in various institutions. 5— o. 3878. Stipend—B. I. Gaikwad at Poona. That the Mission approves of the payment out of funds set aside for the United Theological College Rs. 1,200, (3849) the balance due on stipends of B. I. Gaikawad, Rs. 14-8-0, (8x Rs. 1-13-0) and that this year the full stipend be given. 4 — 1 • 3879. Poona Stipends to be reviewed. That the Mission instructs its representatives on the United Theological College to request the Governing Board to review the 1938] EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 27

question of stipends for its students in the light of reduced appro­ priations. 5— 0 . 3880. Poona U .T.C . Building request. In reply to a letter dated July 12, 1938, from the Rev. J. F. Edwards, the Mission regrets that it is unable at this time to make any contribution to the building programme in the U.T. College. 5— 0. 38 81. Poona U .T.C . Certificates. In reply to a letter dated March 26, 1938, from the Secretary of the Governing Board of the United Theological College, that the matter of granting certificates to its students be referred to the Evangelistic Committee.

3882. Request for service of Rev. J. R. Graham. That regarding the service of the Rev. J. R. Graham in the United Theological College, no reply be given until after the re­ port of the Board’s Special Deputation. 5— o- 3883. Siam Mission's participation in the Kodaikanal School Fund. Inasmuch as the missionaries of the Siam Mission do not at present share in the Board’s contribution to Kodaikanal School and since there is a considerable surplus each year in the variable contribution of Rs. 2,000, due to the small number of children from the Western India Mission, the Mission requests the Board to permit the Siam Mission to share in this fund on the same basis, as it is believed that for some years the appropriations will easily cover the children from both the Missions. 5— 0 . 3884. Needs of the Kodaikanal School. That in view of the needs of the Kodaikanal School, the Mission requests the Board to permit the Mission to give the accumulated savings in the Mission’s Kodaikanal School Account and amounting to Rs. 4,929-12-0, April 1, 1938, to the Kodai- Jcanal School for:— A. Eddy Memorial Chapel, Rs. 500 (37-436, 2), I.C. 3788. B. Our mission’s share in the purchase of Benderlock (Vice Solvig) 37-436, 3. C. Any other urgent School needs. 5 - 0 . 3885. That Actions 3852 and 3853 be continued until Annual Meeting. 5— 0. 28 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [iQ38

3886. Increase of Salary: Rev. V. A. Satralkar. That the Mission inform the Rev. V . A. Satralkar that, owing to the present financial situation, we are unable to increase his salary. 5 — °- 3887. Provident Fund Support. That each unit of work be required from the first of October to pay to the Provident Fund an amount equal to the contribu­ tion of its workers to the fund. 5— °- 3888. Sangli Village Leaders’ Class. That Rs. 100 be appropriated out of the balance of the Hark- ness Fund for Sangli Village Leaders’ class. 5— o. 3889. Petitions to Grades and Salaries Committee. That various petitions including those of Miss Mathen, Mr. }. Pargaokar, Mr. Joseph, and Mr. Koshy, be referred to the Com­ mittee on Grades and Salaries. 5— 0 . 3890. Reconsideration of Action 3835. That in reconsideration of 3835, the Mission be asked to set aside the rules and approve of the starting salary of Rs. 75, for Dr. Chako K. Cherian, L.C.P.S. 5— 0 - 3891. Dr. R. H. H. Goheen—Visit to Iran. That in accordance with the request of the Board, Dr, R. H. Goheen be permitted to visit Iran with the Board’s Commis­ sion. 5— 0. 3892. Panhala for Girl Guide Camp. That we grant the request of the Girl Guide Commissioner for permission to use the Panhala property for a camp in the Christmas holidays. 5— 0 . 3893. Selection, U.T.C. Candidates, Ahmednagar. On recommendation of the committee on selection of Union Training College students for 1938-39* the following were chosen Balvant Y. Lokhande, III Yr., Kodoli. R. S. Avale, III Yr., Sangli. Antu K. Samudre, I Yr., Kolhapur. D. P. Waghmare, III Yr., Sangli. Nana B. Shende, II Yr., Nipani. 5 — 0 . 1 9 3 8 ] EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 29

3894. New Male Nurses, Miraj. On recommendation of the Registrar, Mrs. R. C. Richardson, the employment in Miraj of Dattu S. Chavan and Daniel J. Punnanon, as nurses Class IV, Sub. Class D, Grade III at a salary of Rs. 26 from April i, 1938, was approved. 5— 0. 3895. Reconsideration of Action 3858. That reconsideration of Action 3858, Miraj Bungalow, Ap­ propriation be postponed until Annual Meeting. 5— 0 . 3896. Increases in pay of Nurses, Miraj Hospital deferred. That consideration of increase in the pay of certain Nurses at Miraj Hospital be deferred until Annual Meeting. 5— 0. 3897. Salary of Lazarus Ahi. That in view of the lapse of support of Lazarus Ahi, Ratna- giri, since the death of Miss Minor, that his salary be paid by the Treasurer out of a Suspense account until Annual Meeting. 5— 0 . 3898. Additional amount for T.C.M.S. Ratnagiri. That in reply to a request of Mr. S. S. Chavan for an addi­ tional amount of Rs. 168 for T.C.M.S., he be advised to pay the lower salary to the new teachers until Annual Meeting when the whole question of salaries will be reconsidered. 5— 0 . 3899. J. I. Samudre. No Employment. That Joseph I. Samudre be informed that we can offer him no employment. 5— 0. 38100. Additional Members— Second Century Committee. That Miss B. Freeman and Mr. H. K . Wright be appointed as additional members on the Second Century Visit Committee. 5— o. 38101. Rev. I. Ranabhise: June Salary. In reply to a letter from Miss Strobridge the Mission states that it is unable to grant the June salary of the Rev. I. Ranabhise. 5— 0. 38 10 2. Condolence letter to Mrs. Robert P. Wilder. That Dr. R. H . H. Goheen be asked to write a letter of condolence to Mrs. Robert P. Wilder. A letter of condolence was sent to Mrs. E. M. Wilson on behalf of the Mission. 5— 0. 3 0 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [ I 95 8

38 10 3. The Annual Meeting of the Mission is to be held at Panhala Oct. 27th, 1938. 5— 0. G. Actions Taken at Sangli in SPECIAL SESSION, September 19, 20, 1938. All members were present. 38104. Temporary use of Ashta Building Fund to liquidate Miraj Hospital debts. The Mission requests, through the India Council, permission of the Board for the temporary use of the Ashta Building Fund (approximately about Rs. 6,000) for the purpose of meeting out­ standing obligations of the Miraj Hospital. That Hospital has assets that promise soon to be realised, but because of the pressure of the Bombay creditors, immediate relief is urgent. The above sum is to be refunded within six months. Cable to the Board was authorised. 5— 0 . 38 10 5. Instructions regarding practice of every reasonable economy in the Hospital. The Chairman of the Executive Committee was authorised to write to the Heads of the Departments of the Hospital advis­ ing that, because of the present serious financial' situation in the Hospital, the Physician-in-charge is requested to practise every reasonable economy; that he is in charge of responsibility for financing the Hospital; and that the Mission requests the fullest of co-operation on the part of every member of the staff, in meet­ ing the present obligations. 5— o. 38106. Substitute for Dr. Orr. That on receipt of satisfactory confirmatory information fol­ lowing an interview by Dr. R. H. H. Goheen in Bombay with a highly qualified refugee Austrian doctor of Jewish extraction, I5r Frank is given permission to write an air mail letter to the Board requesting temporary employment of this doctor, the Board being asked to reply by cable. The doctor’s name is Czamkie (? ?) 5 — 0. 38107. I. C. Money for Second - Century Tour in August. The sum of Rs. 226-3-0 is asked from India Council General Funds (I.C. 37202) to cover the cost of motor charges for the tour o f the Mission on the Second Century Study by Dr. and Mrs. Weir and three members of the Mission. 5— 0 . 19 3 8 ] EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 3 1

38 108. Revised' Provident Fund Rules accepted. The provident fund rules as revised and presented by the Committee dealing with the same were accepted, with the under­ standing that the provision is to be made therein for agents com­ ing from other Missions and bringing their provident fund money with them. 5— 0 - 38109. Employment of clerical help. The Secretary of the Mission is authorised to employ cleri­ cal help for a period of four months from October 1938-January 1939, at a salary not to exceed Rs. 50 per month the same to be met from Rent Receipts. 5— 0 - 3 8 110 . Principalship of the Sangli Industrial School. Mr. H. W. Brown was elected principal of the Sangli Indus­ trial and Agricultural School from October 1, 1938, and the Bank is to be advised that Mr. Brown is authorised to operate the account of the School. 5 — 0 . 38 m . Bill of Rs. 27-0-0 for the Services of Mr. Smith. On recomijiendation of the Second Century Study Committee, the India Council is requested to grant the sum of Rs. 27 for the period that Mr. Smith’s services were required at Sangli while Mr. Goheen was absent on tour with the Mission’s Committee. 5— 0. 3 8 112 . Final Draft of Mission Estates. The Chief Auditor of the Mission is requested to prepare the final draft of the estimates at the close of the Annual Meeting for press, India Council and the Board. 5— 0- Actions Taken by the Executive Committee, Panhala, Oct. 27, 1938. All members were present except Dr. R. H. H. Goheen. 38113. Preparation and printing of Estimates for 1939-40. That the estimates for 1939-40 be prepared on the basis of the Board’s Appropriation letter ^[68, without the 5% cut; also that these be not printed until after the visit of the Board’s deputa­ tion with the exception of Classes I and II. 4 — 0 - 3 8 114 . Miss B. H . Freeman— Salary on 55% basis. That the Board through the India Council be requested that 32 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [1938

Miss B. H. Freeman be given a salary of 55% of a married couple’s salary as long as she is living alone, this to go into effect from July 1, 1938. 4— o. 3 8 115 . Miss A . R. Meuttmann— Salary on 55% basis. That the Board be requested through the India Council that Miss A. R. Meuttmann likewise be granted salary on the 55% basis as long as she is living alone, this to take effect from July 1, 1938. 4— 0. 3 8 116 . Miss C. L . Seiler— Salary, on 55% basis. That the Board through the India Council be requested that Miss C. L. Seiler be granted salary of 55% of a married couple’s salary as long as she is living alone; this to take effect from April 1, 1938. 4— 0. 38117. Contributions for Tambaram Conference. It is recommended that opportunity be given to those wishing to contribute towards the Tambaram Conference to do so through the means of a voluntary offering, the same to be sent by the Treasurer of the Mission to the Treasurer of the B.R.C.C. on behalf of the Mission. 4— 0. 38118. Locations and Transfers of Missionaries. (a) Rev. V. A. Satralkar. That the Rev. V. A. Satralkar remain in charge of the work in Class VII, Ratnagiri according to 37299-5; Vengurla station having general oversight of the station as formerly; also that the item for Mr. Satralkar’s salary and provident fund be transferred from General Treasury to Ratnagiri, Class VII. 4— 0. (b) The Corners—For Vengurla Station. That action No. 37299-5 be rescinded so that the Consers be located in Vengurla for evangelistic work 4— 0. (c) Administration of Mission Funds by Mr. Conser. That Action No. 37318 be rescinded in order to permit Mr. Conser to have the responsibility for the administration of Mission Funds; furthermore, that he be requested to carry out the instructions of the Board as given to him in a letter dated June 4th, regarding the estimating and accounting for all gifts received. 4— 0. 1938] EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 3 3

(d) The Lyons—Transfer to Islampur. That the Lyons be transferred to Islampur to be in charge of the work of that station. 4— 0. (e) Mr. Howard. That Mr. Howard, on his return from furlough, be put in charge of Kodoli station until the return of the Wilsons; that he be in charge of the production and distribution of Christian literature for the whole Mission area; also that he be peritiitted to co-operate with the Bombay Book and Tract Society in its work of literature production and distribution; and that his service be put at the disposal of the United Theological College, Poona, for such use as they may require. 4— 0. 38119. Dr. Fulton—Vote. That record be made of the fact that, since Dr. Fulton has passed his second language examination, he is now entitled to vote in the Mission. 38120. Miss Schafer—Business Manager of M.E.W- Hos­ pital, Kolhapur. That on the return of Dr. Dunning from furlough, Miss Schafer be continued as Business Manager of the Mary E. Wan- less. Hospital, Kolhapur, according to the provisions of No. 36379.

4 — o . 38121. Dr. O. I. Devadatta—Resignation. That the question of the resignation of Dr. O. I. Devadatta from the Miraj Hospital and Medical School be referred to the Governing Board of the institution. (Mr. Wright’s positive vote recorded). 1—3- 38 12 2 . Rev. F. O. Conser— Audit of his accounts. The accounts of the Rev. F . O. Conser, which through no fault of his, had not been audited before his departure on furlough, were presented by the Auditing Committee, with the recommenda­ tion that the sum of Rs. 278-15-0, overexpenditure in itineration, be granted to him. It was voted to recommend to the India Council that this be done through the use of savings in the Hark- ness Fund. 5—o. 38123. Messrs. K. B. Urunkar and V. A. Satralkar—Pro­ vident Fund. It was R eso lved that the sums required for the Mission’s (share in the Provident Fund, to match the contributions !of Messrs; K . B. Urunkar and V. A . Satralkar, be entered against a special account for this purpose in General Treasury for the present fiscal year, and that this remain the method of meeting 3 3 4 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [-1938 such charge for the Assistant Educational Inspector for the next fiscal year. The charge for Mr. Satralkar for the next fiscal year is to be met out of Class V II, Ratnagiri station. 5— o. 38124. S. G. Waghchourie, M. C. Hivale and L. Mohite. Payment of pensions. In continuation of Mission actions 33300, 3 33 0 1 and 3 3 3 ° 2 > it is recommended that Sakhabai Gangaram Waghchourie, Maina- bai Chimanrao Hivale, Laxmabai Mohite be paid pensions at the rates mentioned in those actions from the Pension Fund. 5—0 . 38125. Baburao C. Sayalakar—Retirement and Pension. That in continuadon of action No. 3853, Baburao C. Sayala­ kar, Ratnagiri, be retired from April 1, 1938 from Mission ser­ vice according to. the provisions of Provident Fund Rule 34349 (revised) on an allowance of Rs. 14 per month, this to be met from his Provident Fund until such time that money is exhausted, when his case should be brought up for further consideration. His Provident Fund money is to be deposited in some suitable bank, and he will receive a receipt of such deposit with the condi­ tions laid down above for the payment of the monthly instalments. 5— 0- 38126. S. G. Malap—Retirement. That in continuation of Action 3854, S. G. Malap, Ratnagiri, be retired from Mission service on an allowance of Rs. 12 per month on an arrangement similar to the above. 5— 0. 38127. T. B. Sayalakar—Retirement. That Taroba B. Sayalakar, Ratnagiri, be retired from Mis­ sion service from Nov. 1, 1938 on an allowance of Rs. 14, accord­ ing to the provisions mentioned immediately above, his case to be brought up for further consideration when his provident fund is exhausted. 5— 0 . 38128. Lazarusrao R. Ahi, Ratnagiri. Appropriation for salary. It is recommended that, in continuation of Action 3897, the salary of Lazarusrao R. Ahi, Ratnagiri, be met out of savings in Ratnagiri station regular appropriations effected by the retirement of the agents mentioned above, this to be in effect from April 1, 1938. 5— 0 . 1938] EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 35

38 129 . Advancing Govt. Grants to institutions by the Mis­ sion Treasurer. With reference to the action of the Board dated Feb. 1, 1938,, and dealing with the subject of advancing Government Grants to institutions by the Mission Treasurer, it is recommended to request the Board through the India Council to extend this privilege another year. 5— 0 . 38130. Missionary Nurses’ Cottage— Sir William Wanless T. B. Sanatorium. The Board is requested through the India Council to grant the request of the Managing Committee No. 3860 of the Sir William Wanless T. B. Sanatorium for the sum of Rs. 3,850 for the cost of a Missionary Nurses’ Cottage at the Sanatorium; this to be met out of Miraj Bungalow appropriations. The Secretary of the Mission is instructed to write a covering letter. 5— 0 . 38131. Kolhapur Church Property and the New Church Scheme. With reference to action No. 38 6 1, it is recommended that, on condition that the two Kolhapur Churches unite to form the Wilder Memorial Church, under the United Church of Northern India, the Board be requested through the India Council for per­ mission to sell the present Kolhapur Church Property; the net proceeds of the same to be used, along with other funds available, for the construction of a new Church building on a suitable site; both the site and the building to remain with the Board in trust until such time as the United Church of Northern India can legally hold property; the further details of the sale and transfer of the property are to be carried on under the supervision of the Executive Committee of the Mission, and it is understood that a new site be made available on compound No. 1 from land not needed for Mission purposes. No building except the Church and a possible parsonage are to be erected on this property. 5— 0. 38132. Mrs. Simpson—Location on return from Furlough. That Mrs. Simpson be located in Kolhapur on her return from furlough to be associated in the women’s work and such other responsibilities as the station may assign to her. 4— o. 38133. The Lyons—Quarters at Islampur. That the Lyons be permitted to reside in Bungalow No. 1 in Islampur, if they so desire^ in which case, Mrs. Simpson’s effects are to be safely stored in Bungalow No. 2. 4— o. 36 WESTERN INDIA MISSION 11 938

38134. Dr. Jones—Request for early leave. A request from Dr. Jones for permission to sail 10 days earlier than the period of his term of service was considered. It is recommended that the Board, through the India Council, be re­ quested to grant this permission on condition that the finances of the Wanless T . B. Sanatorium are in a condition satisfactory to the Managing Committee of the Sanatorium on April i, 1939. The Jones’ term of service is up on July 1 1 , 1939. 4— o. 3 8 13 5 . H ill Station Rents. It is recommended that Hill Station Rents be kept in a sepa­ rate account for making provision for Sanatorium accommodation, Class V I, and that in making the estimates, the names of those receiving the Sanatorium allowance be entered each year at the regular rates. 4— o.

38136. Restoration of Hot Season Allowances. It is recommended that the Rules be suspended in order to allow of a restoration of the Hot Season Allowances on the former basis of Rs. 125 per adult and Rs. 25 per child. 4—0. 38137. Appropriation for missionaries for Sanatorium. It is recommended through the India Council that the Board be requested to place the appropriations for missionaries for Sana­ torium in Class L 4—o. 38138. Rev. V. A. Satralkar—Salary. It is recommended that the Salary of the Rev. V . A. Satral­ kar be raised from Rs. 107 to Rs. 120 per month from April 1 , 1939* 3 — i- 38139. Appropriation for the Refresher Course of the Church Council. Of the Rs. 362 in Bible Institute, G. T . Class V II, it is re­ commended that Rs. 100 be set aside for the Refresher Course of the Church Council. 4— o. 38140. Grant to Bombay Tract and Book Society. It is recommended that the sum ;of-Rs. 100 be included in the G .T . estimates, Glass VII,. for a grant to the Bombay Tract and Book Society. Mr. Kincaid’s -negative vote recorded. r » ...... 4— o- 3 8 14 1.. Items for the Mission Secretary’s office. 7 For the Mission Secretary’s office,.it is recommended.that the following items be included in the Estimates. G. tT. Class VIL:— 193B] EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 37

Rs. A. P. Clerk ...... 600 o o Postage, Stationery, etc. .... 100 0 0 Minutes ...... 200 0 0

Total ... 900 o o 4— 0. 38 14 2. Institutional Reserves and Savings in Itineration. It is recommended that Boarding Schools, High Schools, the Industrial School, and Hospitals be permitted and urged to build up Institutional Reserves, according to the suggestion of the India Council (I.C. 37 17 6 ), and that in the case of Itineration, where there is any saving that should be held over, it is recommended that permission for the doing so be granted. The Executive Com- mittee, on the recommendation of the Auditing Committee, will pass on the validity of all such balances to be carried over. 4— 0. 38143. Renting of the Mission Bungalow, Ratnagiri. The Property Committee is asked to arrange to rent the Mis­ sion Bungalow at Ratnagiri and to use such of the proceeds as are required for the rental of better residential accommodation than is now available for the Rev. V . A. Satralkar. 4 — 0- 38144. Application for a Scholarship—Mr. J. A. Thorat. That the application of Mr. J. A . Thorat for a scholarship for theological training of the Serampore or Bangalore grade be referred to the Rev. F, O. Conser with instructions to report at the March meeting of the Exeçutive Committee as to the approxi­ mate cost of such training, the qualification of the candidate to take it, and the institution to which he might be sent. 3— 0 . 38 14 5. Restoration of cut by stations and administrative committees— 3 64 13. A reference to 36 4 13 having been made to the Committee for interpretation at the present time, it is the understanding of the Committee that this action of the Mission still is in force, and that stations and administrative committees can, if the budget can stand it, restore the cut, notifying the Committee on Grades and Salaries when this is done. 3— 0- 38146. Financial help to Esther Patton School. It is recommended that in continuation of 3807, the Mission renew its request to the India Council for financial help to the 3 8 WESTERN INDIA MISSION I938

Esther Patton School for the current fiscal year, the items for which help is required being as follows:—

Rs. A. I>. Miss Mathen’s allowance @ Rs. 14 .. .. 168 0 0 New teacher employed, Miss Gaikwad •• 528 0 O Clerical help for Miss Mathen .. 120 0 0 New part-time teacher .. 150 0 0

Total .. 966 0 0 3— 0. 38 14 7. Miss F. E. Schafer— Salary on 55% basis. The Board is requested, through the India Council, to grant salary to Miss F. E. Schafer on the 55% basis as long as she is living alone. 3— o. 38148. Furlough Lists for 1939-40, and for 1940-41. The Furlough Lists for 1939-40, and for 1940-41, are re­ commended for adoption as follows:—

1939-40 Name Station Returned Approximate Kind of to date of Furlough India on sailing Rev. and Mrs. Horace K. Wright Ahmednagar Oct. 1932 Mar. 1940 Regular Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Kincaid Kodoli Feb. 1933 Apr. 1939 Miss C. L. Seiler Kolhapur Sept. 1932 May 20, 1939 „ Dr. and Mrs. W. M. G. Jones Miraj July 1933 July 1939 Miss E. E. Connelley a July 1934 July 1939 End of special term Miss V. S. Strobridge Nipani Nov. 1932 Apr. 1939 Regular

194O-Ï941

Miss F. E. Schafer Kolhapur Nov. 1934 Mar. 1941 Regular Dr. and Mrs. Richardson Miraj Sept. 1936 Dec. 1940 Retirement Dr. and Mrs. , 1 Sept. 1936 R. H. H. Goheen Vengurla ( Dec. 1936 May 1940 As per Manual 184 3 — 0. 1938] EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 3 9

38149. Furlough Study Grants. It is recommended that Furlough Study Grants be requested of the Board, through the India Council, as follows:— Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Kincaid Vocational and other education. Dr. and Mrs. W. M. G. Jones Therapeutics of Tuberculosis. . Miss V. S. Strobridge Bible—San Anselmo Seminary. f Cornell School for Missionaries. 1 iss . . ei er j ^ errjn palmer School Detroit. 3— 0. 38150. Chairman of the Guidance Committeee. Due to the delay in Mrs. Napp’s return to India from fur­ lough, it is recommended that Mrs. J. L . Goheen be the Chair­ man of the Guidance Committee for the ensuing year. 3— 0 . 38151. Missionaries assuming pastorate. While recognizing the value of the counsel missionaries may give to Churches, it is the mind of the Mission that a missionary should not assume the position and function of a pastor of a local Church except for short periods of emergency, as this is likely to delay the Church taking on the responsibility of securing an Indian Pastor. 3— 0 . 38 15 2 . Dr. and Mrs. J. E. Napp— for work in Kolhapur Dist. That the Mission requests Dr. and Mrs. J. E. Napp on return from furlough to devote their time and energy to the work of Kolhapur District. 3— 0. 38153. Submission of Health Report to the India Council. It is recommended that the senior member of the India Council be responsible for securing and presenting to the India Council the Health Report asked for in I.C. 3797. 3— o. 38154. Rental Agreement for Mission Property. The Chairman of the Property Committee is instructed to arrange for the preparation and introduction of a suitable form of rental agreement for all Mission Property that is being rented •or to be rented. 3— o. 38155. Introduction of Agreement for the teachers of the Mission. Likewise the Educational Supervisor is instructed to prepare form of agreement for the teachers of the Mission and to see that it is brought into effect. 3— o. 40 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [ 1 93 8

38156. Resignation of Mr. K. B. Urunkar. The resignation of Mr. K. B. Urunkar, Assistant Educational Supervisor, was received, and it is recommended that it be accepted » with regret to take effect June 1 ,1 9 3 9 . 3— 0 - 38157. Constitution of the Miraj Hospital and Medical School. With reference to the Miraj Hospital and Medical School, it is recommended that the constitution remain in force until the Special Meeting with the Board’s Deputation in January, and that Dr. Frank continue as Physician-in-Charge and Dr. O. I. Deva- datta as Principal of the Medical School until that time. 3— o. PART II Proceedings

OF T H E Central Committee

October 3 1, 1938 At the call of the President of the Mission the Departmental Committees met together at 8 a.m. to hear ccrtain announcements. The following were invited to sit as corresponding members in the Departmental and Central Committees:— Mrs. G. V. Moses Rev. V. A. Satralkar Miss Clara Hays Dr. W. O. Airan Mrs. D. P. Gorde At the request of the Second Century Committee it was voted to suspend the requirements of the Field Manual in order that the Central Committee might sit as a committee of the whole to discuss the subject of educaion for the future. The alternatives discussed were whether education should be especially related to the needs of possible group movements according to the proposals of the Committee on the Survey of Evangelistic Opportunities in the Maharashtra as presented by Mr. Whittaker, or whether edu­ cation should continue more or less on the lines prescribed by the British India and States Government curricula, revised and altered as they are going to be in the new developments in edu­ cation. At 10-30 a.m. the Committee of the whole adjourned to re­ port progress to the Central Committee. The Central Committee then adjourned and the morning devotional period followed. It was announced that the Departmental Committees will meet at 2 p.m.

PROCEEDINGS OF THE CENTRAL COMMITTEE Nov. 2, 1938 (8 a.m.) The Departmental Committees having finished their work, the Central Committee met on Wednesday at 8 a.m. according- to the order of business in the rules. The meeting was opened with prayer. 42 . WESTERN INDIA MISSION [ 1938

The report of the Evangelistic Committee was amended and adopted as follows:

EVANGELISTIC COMMITTEE 38158. Proposals for Bible Study:— (1) That the Examining Committee on Bible study in co­ operation with the Church Council Committee on Biblical instruc­ tion be empowered to work out and select a suitable unified course of Bible study, both for male Mission agents and inde­ pendent Christians of all stages of developments so that there may be carried on thorough and systematic Bible study on the part of all members of our male adult Christian community from the lowest to the highest stages of growth. This Committee is also to arrange for annual examinations. It is to report its progress to the Executive Committee by March i, 1939. (2) That every Mission agent be expected to take some approved Bible course annually and present himself for examina­ tion. 38159. Arrangement for Biblical Instruction. That every person in charge of the Mission agent, be ex­ pected to present this matter to each of the agents to whom he is responsible and make arrangement for instruction. 38160. Certificates of the United Theological College. We approve of the principle of requiring one year of post­ college study before the granting of the certificates by the United Theological College, Poona. 38161. Training of workers for Group Movements. The following recommendation of the Second Century Study Committee was approved:— R eso lved that the Mission endorses the proposals of the Maharashtra Survey Committee for the training of paid and un­ paid workers for possible Group Movements within this area. It would ask that the Union Training College, Ahmednagar; St. Monica’s, Nagar: the Women’s Teacher Training College, Poona; and the United Theological College, Poona, be requested to study the possibilities of arranging their curricula with a view to pro­ viding training for the catechist-teacher and circuit-pastor type respectively; also that there be further study by the Evangelistic Committee for the special training of the wives or future wives of such workers. Furthermore, if the Maharashtra Survey con­ templates the holding of a conference for the consideration of the above subjects, with a view to further co-operative efforts, the detailed consideration of finances, personnel, and sharing in the co-operative effort be postponed until such conference is held. 1938] EVANGELISTIC COMMITTEE 4 3

38162. Certificates for Catechumens. That the question of the preparation of suitable certificates for catechumens be referred to the Acharya Committee of the Church Council. 38163. Training of voluntary leaders. It is recommended:— 1. That we appoint a sub-committee consisting of Miss Freeman, Dr. Updegraff and Mr. Lyon to make a comprehensive plan in co-operation with the Church Council looking towards preparing at least one voluntary leader in every village where there is a Christian group and where there is no resident worker. 2. We suggest to this sub-committee the division of the Deccan area into two sections for the purpose of this training, that is, (a) Sangli, Islampur, Miraj. (b) Kodoli, Kolhapur, Nipani. 38164. Training of Superintendents. That the general principle proposed by the Maharashtra Sur­ vey Committee regarding the training of the superintending type of worker is endorsed, but no action is to be taken until after the •conference which is to be held, when the proposals of the Survey Committee will be made available. 38165. Unification of Mission Work. It is suggested to the Central Committee that there be re­ commended to the Mission the appointment of a strong committee representative of the different departments and areas of the Mis­ sion, to explore and to bring into effect, if possible, the recom­ mendation of the Maharashtra Survey regarding the unification of work; this committee to work in co-operation with the Church Council Committee on Co-operation. 38166. Project Proposals. It is suggested that the above Committee be asked to study the project proposals of the Maharashtra Survey with a view to giving expression to them or any other forward-looking pro­ gramme. 38167. Sangli Industrial Project. After hearing and approving the report regarding the Sangli Industrial Project, it is recommended that the India Council be asked to renew the grant of Rs. 300 for this project. 4 4 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [1938

38168. Rope-making-machine Grant. It is recommended that a committee consisting of Dr. J. L . Goheen, Mr. Brown and Mr. Satralkar be appointed to investi­ gate all possible avenues whereby Dnyanoba P. Ghatge might re­ ceive a grant for the development of his rope-making machine,, and that they report to the Second Century Survey Committee, ,38169. Help to persecuted1 Christians. It is recommended that in response to a request from Kolha­ pur Church Council that Mr. Satralkar be given leave when occa­ sion arises to respond to the call of Christians who are being persecuted, for their help and advice, this leave to be arranged in each case by Mr. Satralkar’s station.

38170. Church membership of Mission agents. It is recommended that an agent must be a full member and in good standing of a local Church of the United Church of North India unless excused by the Mission. He must do his part whole-heartedly to meet the financial and other requirements; of the local Church. (Negative Vote of Mr. Kincaid was recorded at his request). 38171. Resolutions of the Church Council. The announcements and resolutions of the Church Council were heard by this Committee. 38172. Special leave for Mr. V. Satralkar. Recommended to the Executive Committee that Mr. Vishwas- rao Satralkar be given three weeks’ leave in order to serve on a Committee revising Pandita Ramabai’s New Testament. 38173. Grant to Nipani Church Project. We recommend that Rs. 40 be granted to the Nipani Church Project out of savings in Harkness Fund of last year. 38174. Report of Educational Supervisor was heard and the following action taken: It is recommended that the Property Committee investigate the possibility of portable types of houses for residences for village teachers, with a wide veranda for School purpose, and plans and estimates for the same. 38175. Request of Miraj Church. It is recommended that the request of Miraj Church with regard to the Church School be referred back to Miraj Station for an expression of opinion. 1938] EVANGELISTIC COMMITTEE 4 5

38176 . Bible Society Grant. It is recommended that the Bible Society grant be distributed as follows:— Rs. Islampur ... 120 Sales through agents. Kolhapur ... 108 Colporteur

Miraj ... 216 „ Nipani ... 120 „ Church pro Ratnagiri ... 78 Sales of Scriptures. Sangli ... 240 2 Colporteurs. Vengurla ... 78 Projects.

Total 960 38177. Estimates for Itineration. In reply to the request of the India Council regarding ade­ quate funds for itineration the following was presented:—

Rs. Islampur 500 Kodoli 600 Kolhapur 700 Miraj 600 Nipani 700 Ratnagiri 500 Sangli 600 Movable Sch. 250 Vengurla 500

Total ... 4,950 38178. Refresher Course appropriation. The Executive Committee is requested to set aside Rs. 150 for the Church Council’s Refresher Course for Pastors, evangelists and other workers next hot season. 38179. Sangli Village Leaders’ Class. It is recommended that the deficit of Rs. 12 5 from the Sangli Village Leaders’ Class be met out of surplus Harkness funds. 38180. Indian members on Evangelistic Committee. It is recommended that the question of increasing the num­ ber of Indian members on the Evangelistic Committee from 5 to 10 be referred to the Second Century Committee. It is further recommended that they be elected by the Chiirch Council. 46 WESTERN INDIA MISSION 1^93$

38181. Reprints of Departmental Committee actions for Indian Members. We recommend that all actions of the Central Committee relating to the work of the Evangelistic Committee be made avail­ able for the Indian members of the Committee. 38182. Chairman of new Evangelistic Committee. It is recommended that Mr. Conser be the Chairman of the Evangelistic Committee for the coming year. 38183. Indian Members of New Evangelistic Committee. It is recommended that the following be the Indian mem­ bers of the Evangelistic Committee for the coming year:— Messrs. Bedekar, Dongre, Raste, V. A. Satralkar and S. N. Kale. 38184. Members of Ad-Interim Evangelistic Committee. It is recommended that the Ad-Interim Committee be as follows:— Mr. Conser (Chairman) Mr. Lyon Mr. Satralkar Miss Freeman Mr. Kale 38185. Provident Fund Committee. It is recommended that Mr. Dongre be continued on the Provident Fund Committee. 38186. Central Pastors’ Fund. It is recommended that the Second Century Committee care­ fully investigate the Central Pastors’ Fund with a view to future action. 38187. Co-operation with S.P.G. in Kolhapur. Recommended that Kolhapur station be urged to co-operate with the S.P.G. Mission in Evangelism in Kolhapur city and en­ virons if desired. 38188. Bible Examination for Men. An oral report was given by the Committee on Bible examina­ tions for men. *38189. Report of the Kolhapur Church Council. The report of the Kolhapur Church Council Committee on co-operation was read to the Mission on Nov. 3, 1938 by Mr. V. A. Satralkar, Chairman of the Church Council Committee on

•Not an action of che Central Committee. I 9 38 ] EDUCATIONAL COMMITTEE 4 7 co-operation. A motion that the report be received was carried. Some discussion with Mr. Satralkar, Mr. Moses* and Dr. Khabade was carried on by some members of the Mission. The report was referred to the Committee on Second Century Study. *38190. Report of the Committee on Women’s Work. The report of the Committee on Women’s Work was receiv­ ed and adopted as follows:— Women in classes 696 Men 109 Women examined 3°7 Men „ 53 Women passed 297 Men „ 53 *38191. The Report of the Examining Committee for men in Bible Study Courses. The report of the Examining Committee for Men in Bible Study Courses was received and adopted. No applications from men for examinations were received during the past year, but the Committee examined the group of men and women who received training in the Sangli Leaders’ Training Classes; all of these passed. *38192. Employment of Bible Women,, Miraj. That Miraj be permitted to employ two Bible women, the wives of agents as follows:— Dayabai S. Tupelelu Namaratabai P. Mohite

THE EDUCATIONAL COMMITTEE The report of the Educational Committee was read, amended and accepted as follows:— 38193. School Problems for Religious Education Com­ mittee. That each secondary middle school submit its course and problems in religious education to the Religious Education Com­ mittee before April ist 1939. 38194. Board decision on restoration of cut. ' The Committee would ask the Executive Committee for a ruling on the matter of the restoration of the cut. See Board’s decision and 36 4 13.

*The above are not actions of the Central Committee. 48 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [ 1 9 3 8

38195. Fourth Standard Pupils K.C.M.S. That the missionaries concerned may be informed that the K .C .M .S. is prepared to take fourth year students in our village .schools in January, 1939, for an intensive course so that these pupils may be better prepared for further study. 38196. Baby Fold. That the question of a Baby Fold be placed on the docket. 38197. Closing T.C.M.S. That the question of closing the boarding department and the upper classes in T.C.M .S. be postponed until the meeting with the Board’s Deputation in January 1939. 38198. Salaries of Indian Principals. Recommended to the Board’s Deputation that the Board con­ sider providing from the gold classes the salaries of the Indian heads who have taken the place of Missionary Principals in our secondary educational institutions. 38199. Mission Subsidy to Vengurla High School. That the consideration of any reduction of the Mission’s sub­ sidy to. the Vengurla High School be postponed until after the visit of the Board’s Deputation. (Mr. J. C. Kincaid’s negative vote recorded). 38200. Home Economics Expert for Esther Patton School. That we explore ways and means of securing a Home Economics Expert from America or India for the Esther Patton School. This item is to be taken under consideration by the Exe­ cutive Committee in making up the Preferred List of New Mis­ sionaries wanted. 38201. Recommendations of Educational Inspector for Middle and High Schools. a. That Middle School teachers be trained. b. That more instruction in high school be given in Marathi. c. That more attention be given to school registers, especially in Native States. d. That the posture of the teacher, use of the voice in classes calling students by name, be given more atten­ tion to by the teachers. e. That careful records of the physical examinations of the pupils be kept. £ That Dr. Salve be asked to examine the boys in our schools. ! 1938] EDUCATIONAL COMMITTEE 4 9

g. That Mr. S. R. Pandit, o£ the I.C.H .S. be asked to help in establishing a course in physical education in the K.C.M.S. h. That the Ad-Interim Committee keep in touch with edu­ cational developments, including the study of Hindustani, in the coming year especially with reference to the establishment of a Lok Shala. i. That Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Kincaid be appointed for a long term in charge of the K.C.M .S. so that a continuous policy can be carried out in that school. j. That the Executive Committee be asked to make better financial provision for the K.C.M.S. k. That the schools be urged to introduce gardening and basic handcraft in the curriculum. 1. That the scholastic work of the S.I.A. School be co­ ordinated writh the industrial work, and that the agri­ cultural and trades department be conducted with se­ parate budgets arid management, Dr. J. L. Goheen to be in charge of the Agricultural Department and Extension Work. 38202. Provident Fund Committee. That Dr. Benjamin be the Committee’s representative on the Provident Fund Committee. 38203. Ad-Interim Committee. That the Ad-Interim Committee be Mrs. R. H. H. Goheen, Mr. K. B. Urunkar, Mr. H. W. Brown, Mr. M. W. Strahler and Miss Mathen. 38204. Indian Members of the Educational Departmental Committee. That the Indian members of the Educational Departmental Committee be Messrs. K . B. Urunkar, Moses, S. S. Chavan, M. C. Gorde and Miss Mathen. 38205. Visit of Dr. Laubach. That Mrs. J. L. Goheen arrange in consultation with Mr. Swart, for the visit of Dr. Laubach. *38206. Report of the Publication Committee. The report of the Publication Committee was received and accepted. The report calls attention to certain new publications: Attention is called to the publication of “ Village Remedies,” by Mrs. J. L. Goheen, published by the Nava Shikshak and a small book on “ Kindness to Animals.”

*Not an action of the Central Committee. 4 50 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [ 1 938

A “Bhaktikaram,” by Dr. J. L. Goheen, soon to be printed again by the Bombay Tract and Book Society. The Miraj Hospital Report. “ Christ’s way to India’s Heart,” by Bishop Pickett is soon to be ready in Marathi, at as. 6 per copy. The Courses prepared for candidates for baptism available at Rs. 1-8-0 per hundred are still available and are recommended for use in the villages. The Moga series (based on the story method) is soon to be ready in Marathi to be published in the Navashikshak. This is for the purpose of Adult Education. “A calendar of Christian Festivals for India Village Folk,” prepared by Dr. J. L. Goheen is recommended by the Maharashtra Survey Committee for wide use. *38207. Scholarship Committee Report. The oral report of the Scholarship Committee was received and adopted. The Mission recommended that this Committee explore ways and means of securing Scholarship Funds, wherever available. *38208. Kodaikanal School Report. The Report was received and adopted as follows: In May 1938 the School bought the Benderloch property for Rs. 12,000. This makes possible a good play-ground, base­ ball diamond and room for the swimming pool for which quite a fund has been collected during the past years. The Chapel Fund is still being collected, but is not to take precedence over the swimming-pool and athletic fund. This year there have been 37 pupils in the High School Department and a much more optimistic attitudes towards the growth of the High School department than before. Mr. H. Stephens who had been very prominent in Boy Scout work has now retired in Kodaikanal and is taking a great interest in the Boy Scout work in the School. A recommendation was made that the Kennedy Funds should be made available for the variable contribution of the Children of the Presbyterian Mission from Siam. Recommendation was also made that the physical examina­ tions of the Kodaikanal School children should be made by physi­ cians in their Missions and reported annually to the School on blanks provided by the School for that purpose. The opinion of the Missions was asked regarding the advis­ ability of changing the school year so that the School would close ♦The above are not actions of the Central Committee. 1938] EDUCATIONAL COMMITTEE 5 1

in May and the new term begin in June, the question to be taken up again in May 1939. Financially the School seems to be in better condition than it has been for some time and there was a balance in both depart­ ments at the end of the year. The Committee approved heartily of the policy of getting the new staff members through the Board in U .S.A. and appreci­ ate the fine type of teacher that has been added to the staff recently. The following recommendation was made by the Mis­ sion: that this Mission approves the change in closing the School Year from Oct. to May. *38209. Report of the Committee on Religious Education. The report of the Committee on religious education was received and adopted. The recommendations made in the report were as follows:— Instead of reporting new courses of Religious Education for the District Schools, the Committee recommended the use of Books already prepared and published in Marathi, with years of use in Primary Schools to prove their efficacy. They are based on the Psychology of the child and are complete for daily Religious Education teaching in the Schools. In one-teacher schools, there should be at least two divisions according to age interests—

i s t D i v i s i o n 2 n d D i v i s i o n Beginners and Infants and 1st 2nd to jth Standard "Youth’s Pattern,” E. L. King. " Learning to Live in God’s World” (in two parts for 3rd and 4th by Adelaide F. Wright. standards, which may be used for (good for two years, based on the two years. It is based on the life life of Jesus, with worship services of Christ). ready prepared). Price Rs. 2-2-0 and Rs. 2-8-0 Price Rs. 2-8-0 (Bombay Book and Tract Society). The above books will be effective only if preparation classes are held monthly for the teachers. There is a large amount of material in the books of the second division and teachers will not use them properly unless helped in the preparation. Where it is possible to have three teachers for three divisions, the 5th book of the Charterhouse Programme should be used for the third, alternating with Youth’s Pattern. Voluntary teachers may be asked to help in the Sunday School and in the day school

*Not an action of the Central Committee. 52 WESTERN INDIA MISSION ' [ J 938

for this period. The names and prices of the books are to be found on the back of the above books. *38210. Report of Dnyanodaya Representative. The report of the Mission Representative on the Board of the Dnyanodaya was received and accepted as follows:— The Dnyanodaya Board members met on Sept. 30 at the Theological College Building in Poona. There were four Indians and four Europeans in attendance. The Chairman conducted the devotional period emphasising the fact that each individual must present his life a daily living sacrifice. The previous minutes were read. A statement of seven months’ sale of the Dnyanodaya and expenditures was given. The Marathi Edition, being in a very experimental stage, is costing more to produce than the receipts warrant. Dr. Hivale is the honorary Marathi Editor and though out of pocket at the moment, is enthusiastic about his share of the paper. He craves co-operation from Indians in our Mission stations in Dnyanodaya orders and in news items that will interest and stimulate readers to greater service. The resignation of Mr. Sawarkar. from the Dnyanodaya office of Publisher and Treasurer was received with deep regret. Calmly and deliberately, at 73 years of age, he is unburdening burdens that he has carried for decades. An agreement between the Bombay Tract and Book Society and the Dnyanodaya Board of Management has been arranged whereby the Dnyanodaya Board of Management appoints the Bombay Tract and Book Society as Publishers and Managers of the Dnyanodaya Board for a year, to begin from the first issue of November or as soon after, as- practicable. The aim of this arrangement is to encourage co-operation in the important realm of Christian Literature by working to­ wards an increase in the circulation of the Dnyanodaya and an increase in the distribution of Christian books by the Bombay Tract and Book Society. Dr. J. Edwards was elected to the position of Secretary and Treasurer, vacated by Mr. Savarkar. The other officers remained in office.

♦Not an action of the Central Committee. 1938! MEDICAL COMMITTEE 53

THE MEDICAL COMMITTEE The report of the Medical Committee was amended and adopted as follows:— 38211. Administrative Committee, Miraj Hospital.

R eso lved that the following recommendation be sent back to the Senatus for working out of details; it is then to be pre­ sented to the Board of Governors; the report of the Board of Governors is to be sent to the Mission for approval; “ The Senatus shall be empowered to appoint two of its Indian members to act as an Administrative Committee with the Physician in charge to assist him in the discharge of his duties, and to report monthly to the Senatus.” 38 2 12 . Report of the Board of Governors of the Miraj Medical School was approved. 3 8 2 13 . Oral reports of the St. Luke’s and Mary Wanless Hospitals were received.

38214. Recommendations of the Medical Committee for Second Century. a. That the attention of the Senatus be drawn to the state­ ment regarding out-station work in this report; recom­ mended to them to examine the whole policy of out- station work, to effectually help to solve this problem. b. That the public health item be referred to the Senatus. c. With reference to the proposed suggestions regarding the Wanless Tuberculosis Sanatorium Constitution and Management, the matter was referred to the Mission’s representative on the Managing Committee of the Sanatorium, and that he be requested to report to the Executive Committee of the Mission. d. To examine the Public Health matter (Rural Medical Service) the following committee was appointed: Dr. L. B. Carruthers, Dr. A. L. Jadhav, Dr. N. P. Dun­ ning. e. That with reference to physical examinations in schools, Dr. L. B. Carruthers and Miss Meuttmann be appoint­ ed a committee to draw up a reply to this question. f. That with reference to the future of the Miraj Medical School, the matter be referred to a committee consist­ ing of Dr. Jones, Dr. Airan, Dr. D. P. Gorde, and Dr. L. B. Carruthers. 54 WESTERN INDIA MISSION 1938

*38215. Annual Medical Examination of Missionaries. The Medical Examination of Missionaries has been done except for the following: Rev. H. K. Wright, Mr. Strahler, Miss Craig, Dr. and Mrs. R. H. H. Goheen, Miss Krug and Dr. and Mrs. Fulton. 38216. Application of Dr. Hombal. An application from Dr. Hombal was referred to the Senatus for recommendation to the Grades and Salaries Committee. 38217. Payment of fees by Christian patients. That through the Kolhapur Church Council and every possible way the spirit of giving be developed in the Christian Church so that Christian patients in hospitals and dispensaries will not ask for free treatment, but will support the work by giv­ ing appropriate fees. 38218. Powers of Central Committee in Mission Consti­ tution. That in the new Mission Constitution, Article No. 13 Powers of Departmental Committees,” it is recommended that the second paragraph be headed “ Constitution and Powers of the Central Committee.” 38219. Indian Members of the Medical and members of the Ad-Interim Committees. The following were recommended to the Nominating Com­ mittee :— Indian members of Medical Committee-. Dr. A. L. Jadhav, Dr. G. Samuel, Dr. S. D. Arawattigi, Dr. D. P. Gorde and Dr. Timothy. Members of the Ad-Interim Committee: Dr. A. L. Jadhav— Chairman, Dr. Arawattigi, Miss Meuttmann, Dr. Carru- thers, and Dr. Fulton. 38220. Nominees to the Board of Governors. That the following be nominated to the Board of Governors: Dr. Beals, Miss Meuttmann, and Dr. Benjamin. 38221. Amending Miraj Constitution. That the recommendation of the Board of Governors to delete from the Constitution, 174 A, the word “annually” may be accepted. The Rule will then read: “ To appoint the heads of departments etc.”

•Note, the original list has been considerably reduced by supplementary reports sent in on November 15th. 1938] FORCE 5 5 38222. Medical Examiners. That the following be Medical Examiners as indicated below:— Dr. Carriithers—for the Deccan. Dr. Fulton—for the Konkan. Dr. G. Khabade was permitted to sit as a corresponding member of the Central Committee. At this point the business of the Central Committee was finished. The meeting was adjourned with prayer. *38223. Report of the Medical Examiner. The report of the Medical Examiner was received and adopt­ ed. Since certain people had not yet had their yearly physical examination taken, it was recommended that the examining physi­ cian make a supplementary report on Nov. 15, 1938. Following the meeting of the Central Committee, the Mis­ sion began its own business sessions on Thursday, Nov. 3rd at 7-30 a.m. In accordance with I.C. 37169, the groupings of the Minutes of its sessions are classified, as best they can be, under the following heads: Force, Policy, Finance and Miscellaneous.

FORCE 38224. The report of the Arrangement Committee. The report of the Arrangement Committee was received and adopted as follows: That the Hot Season assignments for 1939 be as follows:—

Mahableshwar. South Chapar Miss G. Enright. South Room f i Rev. and Mrs. J. R. Graham. South Room fa Dr. and Mrs. S. Fulton. South Room ^3 Dr. Dunning and Mary Richardson. South Room ^4 Misses Schafer and Froese North Dining Room Dr. and Mrs. Jones and family. Small Chhapar Miss A. Meuttmann. Chhapar in woods Mr. and Mrs. H. W. Brown and family.

Panhala. Mission Bungalow Rev. H. G. Howard.

#Not an action of the Central Committee. 5 6 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [1938

Kodaikanal. May Villa ... Rev. and Mrs. H. K. Wright. Fitzroy ... Rev. and Mrs. W . H. Lyon and family Schauffler ... Rev. and Mrs. F. Conser Winsford Cottage ... Dr. and Mrs. B. Carruthers Winsford East ... Dr. and Mrs. T. Frank Winsford West ... Dr and Mrs. J. L. Goheen Front Room ... Miss M Krug Winsford Annex ... Dr and Mrs. J. Napp That it be the understanding of the Mission that the hot season assignments of Misses Enright, Froese, Schafer, Richard­ son, Rev. and Mrs. M. Strahler, Rev. and Mrs. F. Conser, Rev. and Mrs. W . H . Lyon be rented and they be given cash. That in lieu of assignment cash be given to Mrs. R. H . H. Goheen, Dr. J. Napp, Dr. and Mrs. R. C. Richardson, Dr. D. B. Updegraff, Misses Freeman and Craig. That the hostess for Mt. Douglas be Mrs. W . Jones. That the hostess for Annual Meeting, 1939, be the ladies of Vengurla Station. Because of increasing difficulty in financing our system of catering and also because it is a continuation of an out-moded policy, we recommend a different system. That an Indian be co-opted to help with the new system. It is recommended that Mrs. J. L. Goheen, Miss V. Strobridge and the Rev. R. Graham be a special Committee to arrange for the Second Century Mission Meeting in January 1939. That Mrs. J. L. Goheen and Miss V. Strobridge be the hostesses of the Second Century Mission Meeting. 38225. Boarding Costs, Annual Meeting. It was voted that boarding costs of the period of Annual Meeting be apportioned proportionately among the members. 38226. Panhala Institute. It was voted that Panhala be reserved for the Panhala Institute in May; Belfry and Mission Bungalow are especially to be reserved. 38227. Mattresses and Cots for Panhala. It was decided to refer to the Property Committee the matter of purchasing new cots and mattresses for Panhala. 38228. Stationing of Corners in Vengurla. That the stationing of Mr. Conser in Vengurla be reviewed after one year by the Mission. (Special request of Mr. Conser.) 19381 FOLICY 57

. 38229. Report of the Guidance Committee. That Dr. Stewart Fulton passed his second Language Examination and Rev. J. Reid Graham his first Language E x­ amination in October. That Mrs. Stewart Fulton expects to take her Second Langu­ age Examination and Mrs. J. Reid Graham her first Examination in February. Recommended that :— 1. Rev. M. W. Strahler be continued as adviser for Rev. and Mrs. J. Reid Graham. 2. Mrs. R. H. H. Goheen be the adviser for Dr. and Mrs. Fulton. The above report was adopted. 38230. Mr. Kincaid continuing as Treasurer. Because of instructions given in Board letter 70, Mr. J. C , Kincaid remain Treasurer of the Mission and Attorney of the Board until the Board recognises the appointment of the new Treasurer and Attorney. 38231. Rev. M. W . Strahler on Auditing Committee. That Rev. M. W. Strahler be permitted to serve on the Auditing Committee this year, Rule 69 being suspended for one year. 38232. Reading Narrative Reports. It was recommended that the Arrangement Committee ar­ range a place in the programme of next Annual Meeting for the reading of the Narrative Reports.

POLICY 38233. Rules and Constitution. The Committee on Rules and Constitution presented a Re­ port on the amendments and alterations which have been recom­ mended after a year’s trial of the new Rules and Constitution. Most of these were accepted and are carefully noted. They are to be mimeographed for insertion in the present temporary pages of the Rules. It was decided to allow the Rules and Constitu­ tion to remain in this unprinted condition until next Annual Meeting when the subject of final approval and printing of the new Field Manual will be taken up. 38234. Ad-Interim Committee for 1938-39. The Rule for the Constitution of the Ad-Interim Committee having been altered, it was decided that the Rules be suspended 5 8 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [1938

and that Ad-Interim Departmental Committees consists of five rather than three members for the year 1938-39. 38235. Membership on Executive and Rotary Committees. That the Constitution and Rules be suspended to include in Rule 69 the words “ Audit and Guidance Committee.” Motion lost and Dr. R. C. Richardson’s affirmative vote recorded. • 38236. Grades and Salaries Committee. That the Committee appointed to look into the matter of Grades and Salaries be continued as a Rotary Committee. 38237. Statiscal year and Statistics. It was decided that the statistical year should close on March 3 1st and that statistics be in the hands of the statistician by July 1st. 38238. Securing accurate statistics. The matter of securing complete and satisfactory statistics of the Christian community of the Mission’s area was referred to the Committee on Co-operation with the Kolhapur Church Council. 38239. Narrative Report of the W. I. Mission. It was voted that Mrs. R. C. ’Richardson and Mrs. L. B. Carruthers be asked to help the Senior India Council Member prepare the narrative report of the Mission to be submitted to the India Council. 38240. Second Century Committee. The Second Century Committee presented a partial report which included the descriptive analysis of our work and certain recommendations emanating therefrom; also two papers, one dealing with Church-Mission relationship and the other with missionary personnel. The Mission received the report, criticised certain features of it and expressed favourable opinion on those recommendations which had not come up from the Departmental or Central Committees. All of its other recommendations to date having been considered and acted upon by the Departmental and Central Committees. 38 24 1. Mission Organisation. On request of the Second Century Study Committee, the subject of Mission organisation was presented for consideration. It was decided that the Mission go into the Committee of the Whole. This was done with Dr. R. C. Richardson in the chair. Board letter No. 67 on the subject of Centralisation of power in Mission organisation was read. Considerable discussion followed. 19 3 8 ] POLICY 59

The Committee of the whole reported to the Mission the follow­ ing:— That it favours generally the plan of having an Executive Secretary with large responsibilities and reasonable safeguards and a small Executive Committee with power to administer the affairs •of the Mission. Opinions in favour of simplification of organisa­ tion and of strengthening the Church were expressed. These findings were accepted as actions of the Mission. 38242. Church-Mission relationship. The Mission voted that the statement by Dr. J. B. Weir on the relationship of Church and Mission be accepted and placed before the Committee on the Second Century Study for inclusion •in its report to the Board’s Deputation. 38243. Decennial Conference, 1941. Having taken note of Board’s letter 65 on the Decennial Conference in 19 4 1, it was voted that this be kept in mind in plan­ ning furloughs for 1939-41. It was decided that this subject be taken up for further consideration at the next Annual Meeting .after further information from the Board is received. 38244. Centennial Projects. That the subject of new projects under the Centennial Fund be referred to the Committee on Co-operation with the Kolhapur Church Council. And that these proposals, when adopted at the January Meeting of the Mission with the Board’s Deputation, be sent by air mail to New York.

F IN A N C E Property Committee The report of the Property Committee was adopted as follows:— 38245. Payment of Rs. 150 to Mary Wanless Hospital for lean-to. That in reference to 37404, Rs. 150 be paid to Mary Wanless Hospital for the lean-to erected at the rear of the Bungalow kitchen. 38246. Mary Wanless Hospital—Adjustment of Rs. 121-3-3 towards lean-to. That the balance of Rs. 121-3-3 ° f the cost of the lean-to at Mary Wanless Hospital be included in the estimates for repairs at Kolhapur for 1938-39. 6 0 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [ l 9 3 &

38247. Kindergarten—Kolhapur. In reference to the screening the veranda of the kindergarten, Kolhapur, since it was felt that screening would not meet the need, it was not recommended, but better watchman facilities- were recommended. 38248. Bryn Mawr account. That Rs. 212-5-0 having been spent on repairs for Bryn Mawry Bungalow, the Bryn Mawr account of Rs. 212-5-0 be closed. 38249. Pali Bungalow and Pali Land. Ref. I.C. 37223, the item Pali bungalow refers to the Mis­ sion Bungalow at Pali and the land surrounding it. The item • Pali land Rs. 200 refers to a vacant plot across the drive from the bungalow. This piece has been sold. 38250. Graham Memorial School Hostel— Screening. Regarding the matter of screening a portion of the Graham Memorial School Hostel, we recommend that those in charge experiment with mosquito nets for the children as we consider this more satisfactory than screening. 38251. Bungalows of Mr. Strahler and Dr. Updegraff at Kodaikanal. In reference to 3 7 3 17 concerning the agreement of Dr. Upde­ graff and Mr. Strahler concerning their bungalows at Kodaikanal (M.M. 1928, page 48 and M.M. 1930, page 35) it is the under­ standing of the Property Committee that Mission should pay the taxes on the bungalow of Mr. Strahler (Winsford Lodge) and should not pay the taxes of the bungalow of Dr. Updegraff (Atherstone). 3— 1, Mr. Strahler not voting. 38252. Committee for checking deedis and legal papers. That a committee composed of Messrs. Richardson, Strahler and Kincaid be instructed to check up on all deeds and legal papers. 38253. Report on Rental Agreement. Regarding a rental agreement, Mr. Strahler be asked to con­ fer with Mr. Kerlavakar and report to the Committee in June 1938. 38254. Rent rates at Panhala. Rent rates at Panhala be as follows:— Church dormitories— Rs. 2 per month per room in Hot Season. Servants’ rooms—Re. 1 per month per room. 1938] FINANCE 61

38255. Change for the upkeep of linen and dishes at Mt. Douglas, Mahableshwar. For upkeep of linen and dishes at Mt. Douglas, Mahablesh­ war, Re. 1 per month per person eating at Mt. Douglas be paid by the House-keeper to ' the Curator. 38256. Statement Sheets. When new statement sheets are printed, Class V be printed on yellow paper and Class V I on blue paper. 38257. Order of Preference for New Property. Rs. A. p. I. Necessary Repairs 2,400 .0 0 2. U. Theol. College, Poona, Students’ quarters 2,500 0 0 3- Mofatlal, Miraj—3rd storey (from proceeds sale of Ratnagiri bungalows) 3,000 0 0 4- Christian School—Miraj—3,500, Raised on field 1,000; balance needed 2,500 0 0 5- Vengurla High School, Principal’s House 3,000 0 0 6. Sangli I & A School, Shop building 10,000 Equipment 5,000 15,000 0 0 7- Miraj Bible women’s House 2,300 0 0 8. Vengurla—Wall around High School Compound 2,000 0 0 9- Vengurla High School Hostel 12,000 0 0 38258. Kolhapur Bazaar Property. In reference to I.C. 3 7 2 1 1, Dr. W eir’s letter and the actions of the Board Executive Council of Feb. 2, 1938 referring to Kolhapur Bazaar Property, it was decided to present to the Exe­ cutive Committee two suggestions as follows:— (a) That we request the Board for permission to sell the Kolhapur Church property and to use the net proceeds for the building of a new Church Building in Kolhapur on a site to be determined later: the title to the new property to be held by the United Church of Northern India when they are legally able to hold such titles. (b) That we request the Board that the Western India Mission be permitted to negotiate with the General Assembly of the United Church of Northern India, indicating our readiness to turn over the Kolhapur Church Property to them as soon as they are registered as a body entitled to hold property. Further, 6 2 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [ T 93 S

that we are ready to give a piece of land to be specified) for build­ ing a new Church building, if it is acceptable and, Further, that the Mission has some funds on hand which were given to it for a Memorial to Rev. R. L. Wilder, and that if the new Church can be made the Memorial to Mr. Wilder, the Mission is willing to combine these funds with the funds realised from the sale of the old building, for this purpose. 38259. Kolhapur Bazaar Property—Ref. I.C. 36242. In reference to the questions about the Kolhapur Bazaar Property as found in I.C. 36242 and Executive Council letter (Feb. 2, 1938) page 2, we would reply:— (a) We do not know the original cost of the Kolhapur Bazar Property. (b) The cost of the proposed new building has not been determined. (c) We know of no Indian Church equities. (d) The time for building the new building would depend on arrangements to be made with the Indian Church. If it is done before the Indian Church is able to hold property, then it should be held in trust for the United Church of Northern India. 38260. New erections of grass chappers at Mahableshwar. That Mr. Strahler be authorised to investigate the possibilities of erecting at Mahableshwar, some grass chappers with galvanised iron roofs, for the purpose of renting. 38261. Attendants for 1938-39—Estimates. Rs. Islampur 180 Kodoli 120 Nipani 120 Ratnagiri 96 Pali ... 114 Miraj ... 78 Sangli 120 Mahableshwar ... 192 Panhala ... 192 Kodaikanal ... 615

Total ... 1,827

38262. Rent rates. That rents for the following rooms and bungalows be set as- follows:— Panhala—Belfry, one room (empty) Rs. 3 per month. „ „ „ (Furnished) Rs. 5 per month. Faith Cottage—Bungalow furnished Rs. 50 per month. 193^] FINANCE 63

38263. Masur land— Measurement. That Dr. J. L. Goheen be asked to have the Masur land measured and registered in the name of the Board. 38264. Masur Property— Rental arrangement and tax pay­ ment. That Dr. J. L. Goheen be asked to charge rent for the Masur Droperty and secure a rent note from the renter, also see that the taxes are paid in the name of the Board. 38265. Summary of Repair items Sanctioned. Recurring Non-recurring Compound Rs. Rs. A. P. Rs. A. P. Islampur r35 Kodoli 650 * O O O 3 Kolhapur 675 671 3 3 - Miraj 245 200 0 0 Nipani 195 Ratnagiri 466 3angli 7M 190 0 0 Vengurla 305 310 12 0 115 0 0

3*385 I>371 15 3 555 0 0 Panhala 200 Mahableshwar 400 Kodaikanal 600

4*585 I>371 *5 3 555 0 0

Total Repairs sanctioned Rs. 6,511-15-3. Available for Repairs : — Regular appropriation Col. C. ... 5,946 0 0 Balance in Rent Fund ...... 1,691 6 11 (Excluding Rs. 1,200 to U. Theo. College 1938-39). Balance in Repair account ...... 152 0 o

7,789 6 11

Estimated Compound Receipts : — Kolhapur Compound No. 1 ... Rs. 550 Vengurla ...... „ 115 38266. Property items suggested for sale— Revised list. Rs. A. P. 1. Kolhapur—Shukrawar School ... 8,000 o o *2. Kolhapur Bazar Church and shop Pending until M.NL

•See 38131. 64 WESTERN INDIA MISSION

Rs. A. p. 6-y- Kodoli—Schauffler bungalow 9,000 0 0 4- Malkapur-land 5- Palus—Property of Miraj Hospital 6. Pali—Bungalow 6,000 0 0 7- Panhala—Church (not including well) 2,000 0 0 8. „ dormitories near Church (including well). 9- „ land, east of Church 160 0 0 10. Paratavane School 900 0 0 11. Mahableshwar—Vacant strip of land ... 200 0 0 (sell or possibly give to Government)

Total of items on which price is set 26,260 0 0

38267. Appropriation' towards repair of Clovely Bunga­ low, Miraj. That Rs. 40 be appropriated from Repair Funds for the repair of Clovely Bungalow, Miraj. That along with other minor repairs, the replacement and painting of the wire screen on the west end of the sleeping veranda be carried out. 38268. Additions to the Vengurla Sanatorium and Leprosarium. In reference to the request from Dr. R. H. H. Goheen for permission to add a wing to the Men’s Ward at the Vengurla Sanatorium costing Rs. 1,000; and to re-roof and re-model the old building at the Leprosarium at Vengurla costing Rs. 2,000 (Dr. Goheen accepting the responsibility of financing both the buildings), that in view of the urgency due to the visit of the Governor of Bombay, we temporarily approve the starting of the work. Formal approval can be given only on receipt of the plans and estimates for the work. (See Board Manual 1 1 2 and 118 ) . 38269. Report of the Property items for the Second Cen­ tury Survey. The matter of filling out the forms for the report of property items for the Second Century Survey be referred to the New Property Committee. 38270. Electric installation in the Mission Bungalows at Kodàikanal. That Rs. 1,500 of Repair Funds be set aside for electric in­ stallation in the Mission Bungalows at Kodaikanal, the work to be carried out by Mr. Strahler. 3938] FINANCE 6 5

38271. Sale of land in the Panhala Bazaar. That the small piece of land in the Panhala Bazaar (pur­ chased some years ago with repair funds for the stone on it) be sold and the proceeds of the sale be credited to the Repair Fund. 38272. Report of the Auditing Committee. The report of the Auditing Committee was received and adopted as follows:— The accounts of the Associate Treasurers of the Mission in the Inter-Mission Business Office, Bombay, have been audited in accordance with the instructions of the Board, and the Annual Statement and Trial Balance were examined and found correct. 38273. Savings are as follows:— Rs. A. p. Kodoli District—R. A. Wilson* 3 5 9 Kolhapur District 209 4 9 Kolhapur Bible women—Miss Seiler 17 12 3 Miraj—Miss Freeman 35 8 0 T.C.M.S. Ratnagiri—Mr. Chavan .. 428 i 9 Sangli Class VII—Mrs. Goheen 47 2 0 Sangli Ind. and Ag. School xo8 I 6 Vengurla District—Mr. Lyon 4°7 15 3

Total 1.257 3 3

38274. Overexpenditures were as follows: Rs. A. p. Islampur—Mrs. Simpson 98 6 0 Kolhapur—I.C.H.S.—Mr. Strahler 191 10 4 Kodoli—K.C.M.S.—Mr. Wilson 543 12 6* Miraj District—Dr. Richardson 1,104 8 0 Ratnagiri District—Mr. Satralkar ... 4 *5 10 Sangli—Graham M. School (Mrs. Kincaid) .. 171 5 0 Sangli District—Mr. Goheen 78 15 3 Nipani—Cl. VII 326 4 6 Nipani—Gram S. Shala 2,222 15 i Nipani—Day Schools etc. 268 2 3

Total 5,010 14 9

38275. Statement of India Council Funds:— Rs. A. p. Rs. A. P. Debit balance, April 1, 1937 225 i 7 Balance clrried over—Isl. Well 134 1 6 Received from I.C. 1937-38 3,536 0 o Inter-Mission B. Office 1,987 8 0 *By mistake receipts to meet this amount were not entered on the Statement Sheet. 5 WESTERN INDIA MISSION

Rs. A. P. Rs. A. P. Urunkar salary—Ed. Supervis. 240 o a Miss Wilson’s salary' 695 o q Grah. M. School—Over Ex. 1936-37 92 12 11 Balance on I.M.B.O. accounts March 31, 1938 429 11 o

Total 3,670 I 6 3>Ö70 1 6

38276. Items transferred1 by Audit Com., but not entered in 1937-38 I.M.B.O. accounts, entered in 1938- 39 accounts:— Rs. A. P. Rs. A. P. Balance 429 11 o Educ. Superv. Exp. 240 o o Actual Balance 3i-3-’38 189 11 o

Total 429 11 0 429 11 0

38277. Statement of Harkness Fund.nd. Rs. A. p. Rs. A. p. Balance 1/4/37 *>673 3 6 Reed, from I.C. for Harkness 3>3°4 8 0 Mrs, Simpson 1937-38 77 II 0 Mr. Lyon 1937-38 130 0 0 Mr. Lyon 1937-38 49 9 6 Dr. Updegraff 1937-38 334 8 0 Mr. Kincaid 1937-38 97 4 3 Mrs. Simpson 1937-38 179 6 0 Mr. Strahler 1937-38 71 11 9 Miss Seiler—Bus 600 0 0 Dr. Richardson 1937-1938 n 9 M 0 Miss Freeman—Motor 600 0 0 Miss Freeman— Itineration 130 11 0 Miss Strobridge —Itineration 150 0 0. „ „ —Bible Institute 122 0 I „ ' „ —Church Project 99 :> 0 „ „ —Issac Ranabhise 210 0 0 Miss Enright 110 0 0 Mrs. J. L. Goheen 20 8 0 Mr. J. L. Goheen—Itineration 413 13 0 —Cycle 34 0 0 „ —Class 55 0 0 Mr. W . H. Lyon 22 "> 3 Balance 31-3-38 T>35° 5 '8 . 4.977 11 6 4.977 11 6

All items, unless otherwise indicated, were for itineration expenses after regular Station Appropriations were used. 1938] FINANCE 67

38278. Statement of the financial condition of Nipani Hospital.

Rs. A. P. Rs. A. P. Balance 1-4-37 87 8 9 Sales 531 « 9 J ees , 3»539 13 3 Contributions India 209 0 o Appropriation 595 0 o Assistants 2,232 0 Medicines 35 7 9 Expenses 2,439 ^ 6 Deficit—31-3-38 65 14 9

Total ... 5,029 i 6 5,029

3 8 2 7 9 . Statement of Financial Condition of Alice Home, Kolhapur.

Rs. A. P. Rs. A. P. Balance 1-4-37 221 i 8 Sales 402 0 0 Regular Appropriation 1,716 0 0 Expenditures 2,242 0 9 Balance I.M.B.O. accts. 31-3-38 97 0 9

Total 2,339 i 8 2,339 I s

Rs. A. P. Rs. A. P. Items not entered by I.M.B.O.: — Balance per I.M.B.O. 97 0 II Special appro. 399 15 0 Actual Bal. 31-3-38 496 15 II

Total 496 15 IX 496 15 11

3 8 2 8 0 . Statement of Financial Condition of Kathryn Ste- wart Scholarship Fund.

Rs. a . r. Rs. A. P. Debit Balance r-4-37 7 14 6 Appropriation 360 0 0 To Manorama Gaikawad 365 4 O To Sundar Naik 15 6 0 To Zai Akaram Chopade 90 8 0 To Tai Sambhaji Kamble 78 8 0 Overexpenditure 31-3-38 *97 8 6

Total 557 8 6 557 8 6 68 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [1938

38281. Statement of Financial Condition of Kodaikanal School Fund1. Rs. a . p. Rs. A. P. Balance on hand N.Y. 1-4-37 2,264 12 0 India 928 12 o Regular appro. 1937-38 4,000 0 0 Fixed contribution 2 ,0 0 0 O 0 Variable contribution 263 12 0 Balance—I.M.B.O.—31-3-38 4,929 12 O

Total 7,193 8 0 7,193 8 o

38282. Statement of Atherstone, Kodaikanal, Account. Rs. A. P. Balance 1-4-37 ••• ••• ••• *>749 7 Paid by Mission 1937-38 ...... 250 0 0 Added by correction ...... 0 4 0

Total 2,000 2

38283. Statement of Winsford Lodge, Kodaikanal, Ac­ count. Rs. A. P. Paid through 1-4-37 ••• ••• ••• M 4 ° 0 0 Paid during 1937-38 ...... 300 o o

Total paid through 31-3-38 1,740 o o

38284. Statement of Trust Funds in hands of the Treasurer. Rs. A. P. Estate of Miss M. Gauthey 89 4 9 Irwin Scholarship Fund 406 8 o Irwin Memorial Scholarship Fund 535 5 11 Masoji Memorial Fund 175 12 2 Masoji Pension Fund I 4 7 Wilder Memorial Fund—with Treas 2,701 4 0 Wilder Memorial Fund in Amexco 2,112 5 o Atherstone Fund 2,000 2 7

Total ... 8,021 15 o

38285. Statement of New Property Funds in the hands of the Treasurer. Rs. a. p. Bible Institute ...... 83 14 o Sanitary equipment ...... 71 o o

Total 154 14 o 9 3 8 ] FINANCE 6&

38286. Statement of Financial Condition of the Kolhapur Church and shop. Rs. a . p. Rs. a . p . Balance 1-4-37 585 4 3 Receipts 1936-37 and 1937-38 894 8 0 Expenses 230 12 o Balance 31-3-38 1,249 0 3

Total 1,479 12 3 M 79 12 3

38287. Pension Fund, Statement.

Rs. a . p . Rs. a . p . Debit Balance 1-4-1937 1,079 0 3 Pension paid 1937-38 1,011 0 o Contri. from Provident Fund Acct. 2,090 0 3

Total 2,090 0 3 2,090 o 3

38288. Statement of Provident Fund from Treas. Ac­ count— I.M.B.O.

Rs. a . p. Rs. a . p . Debit Balance 1-4-37 10 3 1 Regular contributions by members 1937-38 4,919 14 o Paid in excess by Mrs. J. L. Goheen 1 2 0 Nipani Hospital contribution 114 o o Instalments of loans repaid 507 8 o Interest on loan—Chil. Gaikwad 0 8 6 Postage 0 2 0 Loans made to members 1937-38 0 0 Payments to members 1937-38 2,588 12 9 Postage Charges o 10 9 Paid to Pension Fund 2,090 o 3 Sent to Chr. Mutual Prov. F., Lahore 555 12 3 Expenses—Mr. Howard, Registrar 3 4 6 Debit Balance in I.M.B.O. accts. 31-3-38 740 9 1

Total ... 6,283 11 7 6,283 11 7

38289. Statement of Provident Fund and1 interesé with Christian Mutual Pro. Fund Ltd., Lahore-

Rs. a . p . Rs. a . p . Balance 1-4-37 72>3°9 14 2 Interest 1937-38 at 2>lÁ% 2,526 2 4 Sent to Lahore by I.M.B.O. 555 12 3 Transferred from Kolhapur C.C. Account 0 0 6 70 WESTERN INDIA MISSION 1 IQ 38

Rs. A. P. Rs. a . P. Net Balance in Prov. F. account 31-3-38 74,651 4 2 Debit Balance in I.M.B.O. account 740 9 1

Balance at Lahore 31-3-38 75,39! l3 3 75,391 13 3

as on March 31, 1938. Rs. A. P. Rs. A. P. Regular Prov. Fund Deposits 36,405 9 5 Mission Bonus Fund 36,405 9 5 Special Balances— D. Salve 245 6 6 Miss Cornelius 122 I 2 Sundarabai Bhimsingh 3 12 0 Due to Veng. H. S. 1936-37 34 I 0 Loans payable to Mission 871 8 0 Net available in P. F. 74.651 4 2 Excess amount on hand 31-3-38 2,306 4 8

Total 75^522 12 2 75.522 12 2

38291. Repair Fund. Rs. A. p . Rs. A. P. Balance 1-4-37 607 0 I Appropriation 1937-38 5.946 0 0 Special Appro. 1937-38 1,215 13 0 Expended 1937-38 7,616 13 I Balance 31-3-38 152 0 0

Total 7,768 13 I 7,768 13 I

38292. (a) Taxes: Rs. A. P . Rs. A. P. Approp. 1937-38 Col. C 2,000 0 o Expended 1937-38 including Rs. 170-8-0 for1936-37 2,006 15 3 Transferred from Rent Fund 6 15 3

Total 2,006 15 3 2,006 15 3

(b) Rent Fund: Rs. A. P. Rs. A. P. Balance 1-4-37 4,17° o 2 Sales 1937-38 189 15 0 Rents 1937-38 2,290 0 9 Net Balance in Kolhapur Compound No. 1 acct. 22 15 9 Net balance Veng. Com. acct. 93 4 9 K.C.M.S. Overexpended1936-37 443 11 9 938J FINANCE 71

Rs. Rs. p. U. Theol. College Scholarship acct. 800 o G. T. Overexpended 1936-37 1,105 6 K.C.M.S. 1937-38 M.M. 37325 400 0 J. R. Graham—Rent Poona, Ex. Com. 3819 135 o Dr. Orr—Sanatorium allnce. 1937-38 100 o Transferred to Tax account 6 3 Transferred to attendants acct. I>257 0 Balance in I.M.B.O. books 31-3-38 2,518 11

Total 6,766 4 5 6,766 4 5

As. only Rs. 426-11-0 of the U. Theol. College grant was spent, Rs. 373-5-0 is to be returned to the Rent Fund. Rs. a. p. Rs. A. p. Balance per I.M.B.O. 31^3-38 2,518 1 11 From U. Theol. College acct. 373 5 o Actual Balance in Rent Fund 31-3-38 2,891 6 11

Total 2,891 6 11 2,891 6 11

3 8 2 9 3 . Class V Expenditures. Repairs Taxes Attendants

Rs. A. p. Rs. A. p. Rs. A. p. Islampur *43 11 0 77 T5 0 120 0 0 Kodoli 1,029 3 0 421 3 8 60 0 0 Kolhapur 1,489 11 6 384 10 10 s=;6 10 Miraj 534 6 6 41 4 8 77 0 0 Nipani 385 5 3 40 0 0 Ratnagiri 243 2 0 101 14 9 211 0 0 Sangli 1.750 13 3 73 I 10 no 0 0 Vengurla 1,214 8 10 37 0 0 20 0 0 32 2 6 Kodaikanal 478 12 9 496 9 0 610 10 0 Mahableshwar 169 10 9 188 I 6 *93 10 0 Panhala 177 8 3 14 10 0 186 0 0 Last year’s Exp. 170 8 0

Total 7,616 13 I 2,006 15 3 1,628 4 0

294. Class V Receipts Rent Sales Compounds Class 17 Receitps for Sanatorium- Rents of Hill Houses

Rs. A. p. Rs. A.a . P.p. Rs. a . p. Rs. a . p : Islampur 135 0 o 38 o 0 Kodoli 77 12 0 5 7 o Kolhapur 1,204 I5 9 579 10 6 7 2 WESTERN INDÌA MISSION [1938

Rs. A. p. Rs. a . v. Rs. A. P. Rs. A. Miraj 98 8 0 Ni pani 72 0 0 w 0 0 Ratnagiri 263 7 0 0 Sangli 86 4 0 Vengurla 26 2 0 I25 7 3 Kodaikanal 183 00 126 8 0 1,125 0 Panhala 76 0 0 Mahableshwar 67 0 0 ri5 0

Total 2,290 0 9 189 15 0 705 i 9 1,240 0

Recommendations of the Audit Committee:— 38295. That the Members of the Mission be requested to stop, as far as possible, making transfers through the Treasurer. Note.— This was not suggested by the Inter-Mission Business Office. In fact when the Committee mentioned it, the Office indicated that they were willing to do the work and did not wish the Mission to think that they were wanting to get out of work. However, the Committee could see what a lot of work the trans­ fers make, not only for the Office but also for the Audit Com­ mittee and hence the suggestion. 38296. That for all charges regular Mission Statement Sheets be submitted for all accounts. This is a Mission Rule (3805-1), so .needs only to be called to the attention of the mem­ bers. The Audit Committee had much trouble because a number of the accounts were submitted without statement sheets. State­ ment Sheets can be obtained free of charge from the I.M.B.O. or the Chief Auditor. 38297. Accounts of the Miraj Medical School. The Mission recommended to the Senatus that accounts of the Miraj Medical School for the past several years, which have not yet been audited, bo so prepared that the Sub-Committee of the Audit Committee may do its work. 38298. .Report of Committee on Kathryn Stewart Scholar­ ship. Miss C- L. Seiler gave report on behalf of the Kathryn Stewart Scholarship Fund Committee. This was altogether of a financial nature and for details see the report of the Auditing Committee (see 38280). With reference to this Fund the following action was taken: That those who are beneficiaries of the Kathryn Stewart Scholar­ ship Fund be expected to return at nominal instalments at least 50% of the help give them, this to be credited to the Fund. 1938] FINANCE 7£

38299. Provident Fund Rules. The Provident Fund Committee presented its report of the new Rules of the Provident Fund. (See Rules of Provident Fund to be printed separately). The report was accepted and it was voted that these Rules of the Provident Fund be considered to be in effect after submitting for consultation with the Indian members of the Committee. 38300. Rules of the Provident Fund Committee. That the duties of the Provident Fund Committee be in­ cluded as 33B in the Rules of the Mission. 38301. Provident Fund1 not retroactive. It was decided that the request of those, who through the Medical Departmental Committee wished to make the Provident Fund1 retroactive, be not granted, because the Mission is not in a position to make it such. 38302. Pension Fund. Resolved that the Auditing Committee be instructed to meet pensions out of the surplus Bonus Funds in the Provident Fund. 38303. Report of Committee on Grades andi Salaries. The report of the Grades and Salaries Committee dealing with new scales of pay, etc. was carried over to the next Annual Meeting with instructions to include clerks and other agents not mentioned and to make such further revision as is necessary- The final report of the Grades and Salaries Committee was received and accepted as follows. 38304. Mr. D. H. Dalvi— Salary. That with effect from Nov. 1, 1938 the Principal of the I.C.H .S., Kolhapur, be permitted to increase the salary of Mr, G. H. Dalvi, B.A., by Rs. 5 per mensem. 38305. Mr. C- K. Koshy— Salary. That with effect from Nov. 1, 1938, the Principal of the I.C.H .S., Kolhapur, be permitted to increase the salary of Mr. C. K . Koshy, B.A., by Rs. 5 per mensem. 38306. Miss Rachel Mathen— Salary. That with effect from Nov. 1, 1938, the salary of Miss Rachel Mathen be fixed at Rs. 95 per mensem, this apart from the Rs. 14 per mensem on account of additional duties. 38307- Mr. Jonathanrao Pargamkar— Salary. That with effect from Nov. 1, 1938 the basic salary of Mr. Jonathanrao Pargamkar be Rs. 55 per mensem. 74 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [1938

38308. Restoration of cut—Esther Patton School. That only that percentage of the cuts be restored in the Esther Patton School at the end of the fiscal year as will make possible the closing of the fiscal year without deficit.

38309. Report of the Registrar of Records. The report of the Registrar of Records was received and adopted. (See Report of Committee on Grades and Salaries above). The Registrar recommended the following actions which were passed:— 38 310 . 1. Catherine Fredericks— Salary- That Miraj Hospital be permitted to pay Graduate Nurse, Catherine Fredericks, Rs. 26 per mensem from Dec. 1, 1937, she having fulfilled Mission requirements. 2. Sundrabai Herleker—Salary. That Miraj Hospital be allowed to increase the pay of .graduate nurse Sundrabai Herleker Rs. 2 per mensem, Grade II, with effect from April 1, 1938. 3. Krupabai Chopade— Salary. That Miraj Hospital be allowed to increase the pay of nurse-matron Krupabai Chopade, Grade II, Rs. 2 per mensem, with effect from April 1, 1938. 4. Shripati Herleker— Salary. That Miraj Hospital be permitted to increase the pay of .graduate Shripati Herleker Grade II, Rs. 2 per mensem, with effect from April 1, 1938. 5. P. J. Thomas—Salary. That P. }• Thomas be granted an increase of Rs. 2 per mensem, with effect from April 1, 1938. 6. Nilkanth Ohol—Salary. That Miraj Hospital be permitted to increase the salary of graduate Nilkanth Ohol Grade II, Rs. 2 per mensem, with effect from April 1, 1938. 7. Madhav Dhabade—Salary. That Madhav Dhabade be allowed an increase in salary of. Rs. 2 per mensem. Grade II nurse, with effect from April 1, 1938. 193^1 FINANCE 75

8. L . K . Nelson— Salary. That Miraj Hospital be permitted to pay Graduate L. K- Nelson increase in salary of Rs. 2, he being Grade II, with effect from April 1, 1938. 9. Bhasker Gaikwad— Salary. That Miraj Hospital be permitted to pay Bhasker Gaik­ wad an increase in salary of Rs. 2 per month, he being Grade II, with effect from April 1, 1938. 1 o. Sarah Chougale— Salary. That Miraj Hospital be permitted to pay nurse Sarah Chougale Grade III, an increase of Rs. 2 per mensem, with effect from April 1, 1938. 11. Dadu Chopade—Salary. That Miraj Hospital be permitted to pay nurse Dadu Chopade Grade III, an increase of Rs. 2 per mensem, with effect from April 1, 1938. 12. David Gohil—Salary. That Miraj Hospital be permitted to pay nurse David Gohil, Grade III, an increase of Rs. 2 per mensem, with effect from April 1, 1938. 13. Anand Chopade— Salary. That Miraj Hospital be permitted to pay nurse Anand Chopade, Grade III, an increase of Rs. 2 per mensem, with effect from April 1, 1938- 14. Liliwati Chopade—Salary. That Miraj Hospital be permitted to pay nurse Liliwathi Chopade Grade III, an increase of Rs. 2 per mensem; Sub-Class D, with effect from April 1, 1938. 15. Sonu Dhanawade—Salary. That Miraj Hospital be permitted to pay on increase of Rs. 2 in monthly salary to Sonu Dhanowade, Grade III, with effect from April 1, 1938. 16. Manjula Jadhav— Salary. That Miraj Hospital be permitted to pay nurse Manjula Jadhav Grade III, an increase in salary of Rs. 2 per mensem, with effect from April 1, 1938. 38311. Dr. Margaret Timothy— Salary and Grade, M. E. W. Hospital. That Dr. Margaret Timothy, L.M-P., be classified as class IV, Sub-Class a, Assistant Surgeon, Second Grade. 7 6 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [ X938

That with effect from Nov. i, 1938, the salary of Dr. M. Timothy be Rs: 85 per mensem. 38312. Malan B. Thomas— Salary and Grade. That Malan B. Thomas, compounder, M. E. Wanless Hos­ pital, be classified Class IV. Sub-Class C. Grade 3. That with effect from Nov. 1, 1938 her salary be Rs. 26 per mensem. 38313- Salary of Dr. Chako K. Cherian. The President reported unfinished business as follows:— Only one item of business, viz, an appeal against Executive Committee action 3836, had been circulated. The papers per­ taining thereto had not been returned and therefore the business was not finished; consequently the matter was still in abeyance. It was decided that the Mission be asked to set aside the Rules and approve the starting salary of Rs. 75 for Dr. Chako K. Cherian, L. C. P. & S. from April 1, 1938. 38 314 . Special Meeting of the Mission. It was voted that there be a special meeting of the Mission in January, 1939, with the Board’s Deputation; members of the Departmental Committees are included, likewise members of the Kolhapur Church Council Committee on Co-operation and others not on these Committees who may be invited to attend by the Executive Committee. Those not members of the Mission or Departmental Committees will sit as corresponding members. Members of the Mission who wish to be excused from attendance should notify the Executive Committee. 38315. Request to India Council. That the Mission requests the India Council for a special grant of Rs. 600 towards the cost of the special meeting of the Mission with the Board’s Deputation referred to above- 38 316 . Action on Estimates postponed. It was voted that the Estimates for all classes 1939-40 be held over for final disposal to the January Meeting.

MISCELLANEOUS 3 8 3 17 . Committee on Petitions: The report of the Petition Committee was received and adopted. Twenty-two petitions were presented and acted upon by the Mission. It was voted that the petitions be not printed in the Annual Minutes; the Secretary is to carry out the instruc­ tions of the Mission with regard to these petitions, informing individuals, stations and Committees concerned. I 9 38 ] MISCELLANEOUS -77

38318. Records and Reports approved. The reports of the Special Committees appointed to examine the Minutes of all stations were approved and adopted. The Annual Narrative Reports of all stations were approved. The Reports of the Special Committees appointed to examine the records of the Executive and Property Committees, were ap­ proved and adopted.

38319. Personal Labor Reports were received from the fol­ lowing. Rev. F. O. Conser, Rev. and Mrs. R. C- Richardson, Mrs. W . M. Jones. 38320. Reports from representatives of the Mission were received and approved as follows: The Bombay Representative Council ... Miss B. H. Freeman The United Theol. College, Poona: ... Dr. R. C. Richardson Board of Dnyanodaya ... Mrs.R. C. Richardson Western India Notes ... Mrs.J. L. Goheen Mission News Letter ... Miss F. E. Schafer Governing Board, U.T. College, Ahmednagar ... Rev. W. H. Lyon Historian ... Mrs. W. H. Lyon Statistician ... Miss B. H. Freeman 38321. Delegate to the -General Assembly. The report of the Mission’s Delegate to the General As­ sembly, Mr. H . G. Howard, was received and adopted. 38322. India Council Member’s Report. The report of the Senior Member of the India Council was received and adopted. Report of the Resolutions Committee. The report of the Resolutions Committeee was received and adopted as follows:

Resolutions 1937-38 38323- Miss E. T. Minor. Resolved that Miss E. T. Minor was ever known in our Mis­ sion as a loyal follower of the Lord Jesus Christ. She came to India to tell the Gospel and through all her years she never waver­ ed1; she held loyally to her purpose, and to her Lord. 7 8- WESTERN INDIA MISSION [ 1938

The School children of Ratnagiri District rejoiced to see and hear her in their schools. They came unto her and she faithfully sowed the word of God in their hearts. It will bear its fruit in due season. Though dead, she still lives in the hearts of those children. 38324. Rev. E. M. Wilson. Resolved that the Mission put on record its happy memory of the Rev. E. M. Wilson. He lived among us and was a mem­ ber of our Mission family. He was an evangelist, teaching and preaching the Gospel of repentance and salvation to the Villagers. Lawyer-like too, he was in his element at Mission meetings; with Robert’s rules in his hand and head, nothing escaped him in keep­ ing Mission business— the Father’s business— in order. He was a happy and courteous servant of the Lord Jesus Christ and we extend to his wife and children our love and sincere consolation- 38325. Robert P. Wilder. Resolved that the Mission deeply mourns the loss of Robert P. Wilder to the work. He was the worthy son of that doughty pioneer on the Mission, Royan Gould Wilder, who on horseback traversed the entire Mission field placing a Bible in the home of every village Headman. Gifted with a winsome personality, Robert P. Wilder laboured at the Home base, in connection with the Student Volunteer Movement, inspiring the sons and daughters of America for foreign work. Kolhapur, the field of labours of his father and the loving ministry of his mother and sister, will retain his memory along with the Mission for many a long year to come. The Mission extends its love and sympathy to Mrs. Robert Wilder and the children. 38326. Dr. Sumitra Masoji. Resolved that the Mission extends to the wife and sons, to the brothers and sisters of the late Dr. Sumitra Masoji their loving sympathy and also their appreciation of his life and service in the work of the Mission. 38327. Mrs. C. E. Vail- Resolved that the Mission extends to Mrs. C. E. Vail in her decision to resign from the Mission our love and loving wishes for her usefulness and happiness in America. Her love for the patients and the Medical Students in Miraj, her unique anti­ cipation of her husband’s needs and those of his patients, her gracious hospitality, her delight in the Lord, all leave a sweet fragrant memory in Miraj. 1938] MISCELLANEOUS 79

38328. Restoration of Salaries and allowances: Resolved that the members of the Western India Mission family express to the Board their warm appreciation of, and deep gratitude for, its generous action in voting to remove, during this fiscal year, all basic reductions on missionaries’ salaries and on children’s allowances, both on the field and at home. Realis­ ing that this action again indicates the thoughtfulness of the Board for its missionaries and realising that it means the taking of an added financial responsibility upon already over-burdened shoulders, the Mission tenders a special vote of deep thanks for the love, faith and courage of its Board. 38329. H. H. The Maharajah of Kolhapur. Resolved that the members of the Mission extend to H. H . The Maharaja of Kolhapur its sincere thanks for the kind per­ mission to use the Dak Bungalow at Panhala for the period of this Mission Meeting. 38330. Hostesses at Panhala- Resolved that the missionaries and Indians, who have been guests at Panhala, extend to Mrs. J. L. Goheen and her associates their most hearty thanks for all the gracious hospitality and fel­ lowship enjoyed during this Annual Meeting. 38331. Dr. Speer. Resolved that a very sincere vote of thanks be expressed to Dr. Speer for copies to each station and to the Mission Secretary’s archives of his book “ The life of George Bowen of Bombay” . 38332. The Satara Welfare-work Committee. The oral report of the Committee was received and adopted. Due to a recent change in location, the rural centre was not in a satisfactory condition at the time of the visit. 38333. Western India Notes: It was decided that the ‘Western India Notes’ be placed under the direction of the Publication Committee. The latter has made the following recommendations. The Committee decided to make the following changes in the “ Western India Notes” in order to make it more attractive for the American constituency to whose needs it should be fitted, as the “ News Sheet” is for the Western India constituency. Size . . • Like that of “The Readers’ Digest.” Color of cover . . . Saffron . . . With a permanent design appropriate to Western India, in the form of a black silhoutte. Contents . . . To be short incidents . . . Vivid word pictures SO WESTERN INDIA MISSION [ I 938 that will meet the following plea from the Board as given in General letter 6 1, P. 2. There is much greater need for interesting descriptive or news paragraphs such as occur in letters, than for finished articles. They are used for “ Monday Morning” Sunday School magazines, Church papers, Church bulletins, S. S. Quarterlies, Board leaflets, station letters, source material for speakers, letters for groups interested in certain countries, construction of plays and pamph­ lets, promotional material for specific objects etc., etc. No- 64. P. 4— “ Articles, unless requested for a specific pur­ pose, are hard to use, owing to the limited number of Church papers.” You know the circumstances of your own field better than we can, and we need accurate informations as well as “ human interest.” Subscription price will henceforth be 50 cents instead of 40 cents. As there is not enough in hand to bring out the next num­ ber of the Western India Notes, kindly pay up all back sub­ scriptions. Please suggest ways by which someone may be found to under-write all complimentary copies, so the editor will not have to face this loss in printing the paper.

CLOSING SESSION The closing session was held on Wednesday Nov. 9th, 1938 from 7-30 A.M. to 11-15 A.M. The President, Rev. W. H. Lyon was in the chair. The Minutes were read, corrected and approved. The Roll was called. The President offered the closing prayer and formally declared the Sixty-Sixth Annual Meeting of the Western India Mission adjourned.

President: ... Rev. W . H. Lyon

Secretary: ... J. L. Goheen STATEMENTS

6 TABLE I. Appropriations, Receipts, and Expenditures 1937-38

Ratna- Gen. Islampur Kodoli Kolhapur Miraj Nipani Sangli Vengurla Totals giri Treas.

Rs. a . P. Rs. a. P. Rs. a. P- Rs. a. P- Rs. a. P. Rs. a. P- Rs. a. P- Rs. a. P. Rs. a. P- Rs. a. P-

Regular Appr. ... 2177 0 08375 0 024092 0 0 4233 0 03563 0 07706 0 0 9149 0 0 5221 0 021067 0 0 85583 0 Q

Int. on Trust Funds in Appr. 39 9 6 128 12 0 278 12 0 447 1 6

Special Approp... 12 15 13 0 1215 13 0“ 1936-37 balance available 338 8 10 15447 9 3 87 8 9 5810 6 1 21684 011

Harkness 257 1 0 671 11 9 850 9 0 915 11 1 730 9 3 201 11 9 3627 5 10

India Council ... 695 0 0 92 12 11 2558 8 1 3346 5 a

Receipts 120 0 0 948 8 3 20668 3 134986 7 06493 0 01905 10 6 8570 0 3 108352 9 8 1692 8 0 283736 14 11 3 Total available ... 2554 1 09363 1 9 46465 7 10 155517 9 3 11059 3 10 9611 10 618671 2 5 119585 11 6 26812 9 1 399640 9 2

Audited charges.. 2580 12 09467 5 043752 3 10 156586 9 3 13536 0 4 8480 3 7 18545 8 0118545 14 26687 010 398181 8 10

r TABLE 2 Classes VII, VIII, IX—Expenditures by Stations 1937-1938 1 Class and Names Islampur Kodoli Kolhapur Miraj Nipani Ratnagiri Sangli Vengurla Totals

Classes VII Ks. A. P. Rs. A. P. Rs. A. P. Rs. A. P. Rs. A. P. Rs. A. P. Rs. A. Ip . Rs. A. Ordained Evnglst P. Rs. A. P. 624 0 0 249 12 0 Licentiates 873 12 0 "374 0 0 374 0 Men Evangelists 280 0 0 767 10 0 0 "474 8 0 Ï896 0 0 619 0 0 750 0 0 11 1 3 0 0 *435 0 0 Women Evnglst.. 382 0 0 6335 2 0 504 0 0 384 0 0 865 8 0 138 0 0 360 0 0 871 4 9 233 0 Sunday School... 0 3737 12 9 8 3 0 8 3 0 Itineration 456 6 356 6 0 Ï064 1 1 9 1088 1 1 0 776 15 11 268 13 10 1076 14 0 '385 2 3 5474 0 9 Other work 13 9 0 322 1 1 0 300 9 0 469 7 7 5 3 3 482 0 6 195 1 9 1788 10 1 Totals . 1118 6 0 1641 9 0 2869 14 9 4158 15 0 2377 7 6 1384 1 1 3792 15 3 1248 4 0 18591 8 7 Class V I II Hoarding School- 7825 12 0 26857 10 10 4053 5 1 4737 13 6 11790 7 0 Day School 1462 55265 0 5 *6 0 3699 1 1 6 1945 10 0 1329 12 9 2358 5 0 2962 1 9 11629 5 “0 Other work 25387 4 0 2242 0 9 746 5 6 2988 6 3 Rents ... "*48 0 0 • • • *" ...... " 30 0 0 78 0 0 Totals... 1462 6 0 7825 12 0 7 32799 1 1993 10 0 6129 7 4 7096 2 6 14752 8 9 11659 5 0 83718 10 8 Class I X Assistants 3645 15 9 51002 5 8 2232 0 0 ... 20581 3 0 77461 Medicine •• 8 5 ...... 1083 14 3 14092 15 2 357 9 0 40551 13 4 56086 Expenses 3 9 ... 3353 0 0 55591 7 1 1 2439 8 6 • • • . • * ... 44505 4 8 105889 Medical School... 5 1 7203 9 6 7203 9 6 Cancer fund 15876 4 0 Balance held over 15876 4 0 6667 6 0 6667 6 0 Totals...... 8082 14 0 150434 0 3 5029 1 6 ...... 105638 5 0 269184 4 9 Grand Totals 2580 12 0 9467 5 0 43752 3 10 156586 9 3 13536 0 4 8480 3 7 18545 8 0 118 54 14 0 371494 8 0 TABLE 3 Expenditures : Generai Treasury, Classes V, VI, VII and VIII 1937—38

Kolha Class Islanipur Kodoli Miraj Nipani pur

Rs. a P* Rs. a. P- Rs. a P' Rs. a. P Rs. a. P- C l a s s V Repairs ... 143 11 0 1029 3 0 2046 6 3 534 6 6 385 5 3 Taxes • •• 77 15 0 421 3 8 384 10 10 41 4 8 Attendants ... 120 0 0 60 0 0 77 0 0 40 0 0

Total ... 341 10 0 1510 6 8 2431 1 1 652 11 2 425 5 3

C l a s s VI Mission Meeting ... 40 0 0 112 8 0 11 14 6 73 4 0 21 14 0 Printing ••• Stationery and Postage ... 38 2 6 127 1 0 34 10 0 40 1 6 Medical Allowance • •• 87 14 0 202 8 0 108 8 0 222 1 0 Sanatorium • •• 100 0 0 300 0 0 680 0 0 250 0 0 Committees ... 5 12 0 17 12 0 25 0 0 146 8 0 29 2 0 Transfers ... 18 14 0 Treasurer’s Office ... 14 7 6 1 7 0

Total ... 233 10 0 385 6 0 591 5 6 1157 14 0 341 1 6

C l a s s VII V. A. Satralkar ••• Bombay Rep. Christian Council ••• Bible Institute Dnyanodaya ... United Theological College ...

Total C l a s s V III —————————— Kodaikanal School ••• R. S. Scholar, Fund • •• Panhala Teachers' Institute ... Educational Supervisor Union Training College for Teachers • •• New Teachers ...

Total ...

Grand Total ... Class VI Sanatorium TABLE 4 Recei —■ ' rT7r~. :■

Class Islampur Kodoli Kolhapur Miraj Nipani Ratnagiri Sangli Vengurla Mahb'war 1’anhala Totals

Class V Ks a- p- Ks a V- Ks. a. P Ks. a. P- Ks. a. P-I Rs. a. P- Ks. a. P- l

Total ... 62 15 3 232 1 3 719 6 3 1247 13 0 39 7 3 2301 11 0 Class V II Sales 6 0 0 12 14 0 684 0 9 131 13 9 5352 1 6 6186 14 0 Labor 54 10 0 54 in 0 Fees 553 14 0 10369 15 6 760 0 0 337 10 9 180 2 0 3423 9 0 15625 3 3 . Rent of land ... 1600 4 9 1600 4 9 Grant in aid ... 123 12 0 250 0 0 242 0 0 4631 8 0 5247 4 n Contr. India ... 60 10 0 110 0 0 45 10 0 978 0 3 1194 4 Contr. U .S.A... 55 0 0 49 2 6 1020 6 0 216 2 9 725 11 6 2066 6 9

Total ... 6 0 0 806 0 12703 7 6 2140 0 1027 15 3 7235 15 3 8055 1 0 31974 15 0 Class IX Sales 1995 15 0 7286 7 4 531 12 9 12581 5 5 22395 8 6 Fees 2640 6 0 73854 11 9 3539 13 3 45160 0 0 125194 15 0 Rents 610 12 0 30569 10 fc 21195 2 6 52375 9 ?. Bank Interest... 89 0 0 89 n n Contr. India... 27 9 21809 9 6 209 0 0 10511 4 3 32557 ?, 6 Contr. U.S.A... 673 10 6 1376 15 9 10658 12 0 12709 6 3

Total ... 5948 0 3 134986 7 0 4280 10 0 100106 8 2 245321 9 5

Grand Total ... 120 0 0 948 8 3 20668 3 3 134986 7 0 6493 0 0 1905 10 6 8570 0 3 108352 9 8 1692 8 0 283736 14 11 TABLE OF STATISTICS for the Year Ending March 31, 1938

N ational M is s io n a r y F o r c e (2) C hurch S t a tistic s F o r c e (5)

c ' V

cn Cfl E c N a m e o f S t a t io n G o 0) O E £ 3 s JO J3 VI Hi 8 a e cd O u5 of Believers (J Men Women Churches ated ated Missionaries During During Year Communicants fession ship . ChurchesEntirely . When When Established Special Term and Affili­ Other Workers, Other Other Other Workers, Whole Whole Number of Ordained Added Added on Con­ Lossés to Member­ Total Total Organized I Wives Ordained Ordained Men- Children Baptized oo Other oo Additions —'Men -jj -jj nordained U —. Other —. Other Groups (1) (4) pî Self-Supporting (9) 1 Totals for previous year...... 60 10 7 17 12 46 4 6 214 70 290 21 174 102267 56 6 84 820 128

Totals for current year ... 1870 59 19 13 50 5 5 207 71 283 621 194 ®10|2314 65 2 47 852 145 8

Islampur 1918 8 1 1 9 4 13 1 19 1 183 9 188 2 Kodoli 1901 9 2 2 • •• 4 ... 17 10 27 4 44 1 503 10 2 15 13 Kolhapur 1870 17 3 ... 3 4 10 *1 45 24 70 5 9 2 339 28 2 25 93 35 Miraj 1892 1 1 3 5 4 >13 <4 • •• 48 11 59 2 14 2 26 4 • •• ... 25 9 Nipani 1933 4 1 1 1 3 ... 14 2 17 1 4 1 59 6 ... 4 200 3 Ratnagiri 1873 8 1 1 • •• 2 ... 15 4 21 1 1 ...... San gli 1884 11 ,,, 3 3 1 7 ... 30 11 42 6 104 1 1204 8 16 331 83 Vengurla 1900 1 1 2 3 2 8 ...... 29 5 34 1 ... 1 ...... • •• Ahmednagar ...... 1 ... 1 ... *2 ......

1 Includes 3 at Wanless T .B Sanatorium. 4 1 left India in July, 2 in January 8 Members of Vengurla Station in Ahmednagar in Union 6 Only financially dependent churches reported on this Training College. sheet. 8 Few months onlv. 8 All information re these found on Table 8 4. TABLE OF STATISTICS for the Year Ending March 31, 1938—(Contd.)

C h u r c h S t a t is t ic s E d u c a t io n a l S t a t is t ic s (15) V u Teaching Staff n « C ontributions (13) L o w f r S c h o o l s rtc 'S t) ci o (14) •O g. « C J2 o Va ■-o £ ¡> tíV C/) U A N a m e o f S t a t io n “ GO) « >■ ti a> i « a; Ct o «J -,0m 5» W « 8 « « Soxj js s -M i.b S > u a 6 ¡*.2 E u ID in 5 ® fc sc o c > 3 CO Sen s s L. C S a. .2 g x 5 5 & CL « m *> ~ .§ s oá 3 a o 05 « CC o o u u o (10) . 12) ü ( 11) s * & £ CQ

Totals for Previous year . 1203 *86 1839 1101 20 124 1245 140 33 34 43 73 1551 Totals for current year ... 1380 81 2077 1025 14 1039 11 130 33 94 101 68 1461 Islampur 15 315 185 14 8 122 Kodoli 154 6 154 7 7 17 14 6 183 Kolhapur 190 21 460 298 298 11 34 21 425 Miraj 5 385 385 56 40 5 81 N ipani 97 8 231 ” *37 37 Ratnagiri 7 125 ... 6 133 8 Sangli 201 369 20 399 683 683 10 13 10 Vengurla 214 •3 110 Ahmednagar ......

Hi Included in Missionary Force Total, t Included in National Force Total. ‘ Incorrectly reported last year, from Church Council record, should be 80. TABLE OF STATISTICS for the Year Ending March 31, 1938—(Contd.)

E d u c a t io n a l S t a t is t ic s

M id d l e O t h e r S c h o o l s S c h o o l s rt „ s tfl rt Xi v So .5G °v * t, U m N a m e o f S t a t io n . 5 « o u S G- is -C S'J2 «x Ot ■sl 8.2 C/3 3 .S — CO cn >-* 5 u u 3 . 3 So " s to .Ï W) rt JS £<0 *T3 TJ 3 V JS O o.. -ïï Ë 3 -c -a 13 g S.: g < H - y Z G S w • cn P *~ (16)

Totals for previous year 603 172 259 545 145 49 34 46 4096 65 28811

Totals for current year 636 171 172 H ll 45 46 36 52 3854 24 18803

Islampur 154 Kodoli 78 35 37 470 352 Kolhapur 313 123 74 1182 6355 M iraj 182 46 30 36 607 3200 Nipani 15 185 514 Ratnagiri 236 Sangli *93 45 581 2760 Vengurla 245 13 10 16 439 5622

1 Studying Mission Bible Courses. TABLE OF STATISTICS for the Year Ending March 31, 1938—(Contd)

M e d ic a l S t a t is t ic s Medical Staff (17) H o s p it a l s , D ispensaries , and C l in ic s in in Fees Salaries xclusive Medical ppropri-

A N am e on S t a t i o n W si O) ¿2 to 'C.2 c •0 e '■3 03 crtn "cB '5 . C 1 - S u g « .s Missionary 4) v 0 c — of Board

a ctE Treatments cians Cft - u Field Income aNational aNational Physi­ A s sista n ts 2National Nurses 2National Number Number of Beds In-patients Q Patients Patients Treated Patients Patients Treated 1 1 Foreign Nurses Foreign 1 1 1 1 1 Foreign Men ! 1Foreign Women [ [ ^ ^ Number of | | Hospitals 3 Expenses _ _ % and Gifts, e (18) (20) (21) " ations and

Totals for previous year ... 4 1 4 21 12 36 4 497 8770 11 43508 117480 3 363 ... 224454 225704 Totals for current year 5 1 5 21 12 25 4 490 3896 9 24856 59836 3 353 9 588 166783 140999

Islampur Kodoli Kolhapur Ï Ï *3 "l 35 190 1 *1822 *5826 Miraj ’*4892 * 2662 »3 3*3 17 7 16 1 <330 25 2r i7 17309 32524 1 Nipani 1 1 ’ 197 6 488 95824 78153 1 *1 15 222 ••• 3307 13267 ...... 2875 2459 Ratnagiri • •• Sangli *** ...... Vengurla 2 •• 2 3 3 5 1 110 958 1 2418 8219 2 156 3 *100 63192 57725

1 Included in Missionary Force Total. * 2 closed during year ; beds reduced by 12. * Included in National Force Total. Receives subsidy from Miraj Hospital and funds from Nipani * Does not include 1 doctor and 1 nurse in union work. appropriations ; administered by Nipani Church. TABLE OF STATISTICS for the Year Ending March 31, 1938 (Contd.)

L it e r a t u r e S t a t is t ic s

P r o d u c t io n D istribution F in a n c e s

N a m e o f S t a t io n Leaflets & & Printed During Printed During During Year Scriptures OtherBooks Colporteurs Year from all Sources ary ary Salaries sive sive of Mission­ Agents including Scripture Scripture Portions Expenses Expenses Exclu­ Total Distribution Number Number of Presses Pages Pages Printed Field Field income

Totals for previous year... 73200 28966 776 875 Totals for current year ... 4128 13423 827 738

Islampur ...... 3125 34 ...

Kodoli ... 195 ......

Kolhapur ... 1 1600 94 63 Miraj ... 1 ... 4640 348 348

N ipani ... 11728 1 ... 1375 61 91 Ratnagiri ......

San gli 22400 2 3341 290 236

Vengurla ...... 2147 ...

4 “ Bhaktikram ” Bibles 71 N. T. 43 Portions ... 10361 Other books 2823 s Unclassified 125

13423 TABLE OP STATISTICS for the year ending March 3lit, 1938 Union and Co-operative Work Medical W ork *

FORCE

F o r e i g n N a t io n a l NAME OF STATION

on , u - U> !' 'O r Workers Workers 4) Doctors Nurses Other Other Total Doctors Hospitals N urses N Total Patients Dispensaries

M i . Medical Income |

Rs. Totals for Previous year 1 1 1 3 4 9 73 86 1 149 240 1 2200 feOOÖO

Totals for current year 1 1 1 3 4 12 76 92 1 , 153 192 1 i 2015 52500

Wanless Tuberculosis Sanatorium Miraj SECOND CENTURY REGIONAL CONFERENCE WESTERN INDIA MISSION Panhala, January 17-20, 1939 This Conference assembled at 8-15 a.m. on January 17th with the Rev. J. B. Weir, d.d., ph.D., Secretary of the India Council, in the chair according to India Council action. All delegates except the Rev. R. C. Richardson, d.d., Dr. R. H. H. Goheen and Mr. J. C. Kincaid, were present, and all of the members of the Board’s Deputation and the two representatives of the India Council from the Punjab and North India Missions were present. The Rev. J. Reid Graham and Mrs. J. L. Goheen were made consultative members of the Conference, the former being appointed to serve in the capacity of clerk. Later in the day Messrs. Goheen and Kincaid arrived, but Dr. Richardson was unable to attend because of illness. The Executive Committee appointed Mrs. Goheen to serve as substi­ tute in his place. Devotional exercises each morning were led by the Rev. J. L. Dodds, d.d., Rev. E. A. Odell, d.d., Miss Gertrude Schultz, and the Rev. C. H. Hazlett. The several sessions were opened and closed with prayer. The Rev. P. K . Emmons, d.d., closed the Conference with a devotional period. The question having been raised regarding the official posi­ tion of this Conference, attention was called to India Council action regarding it, also Executive Committee action No. 3902 finally constituting this Conference. The latter part of this reso­ lution reads as follows: “ It is recommended that action No. 38314 calling for a special meeting of the Mission in January with the Board’s Deput­ ation be rescinded in order to bring about the limited representa­ tion required.” The Secretary of the Mission reported that there had been no negative vote in response to this action. The Conference, therefore, is “ constituted with full authority to act for the Mission,” as recommended in Board General Letter No. 70, page 4, para 4. This Conference followed a careful study of the Mission, with visits to each station by members of the Board’s Deputation which included numerous interviews, with missionaries and national leaders, and conferences in the stations. The members -of the Deputation presented papers which embodied the results of their study, following which recommendations, and in a few cases where, due to a lack of full preparation on the part of the Mission’s Committees, sufficient study had not yet been made, findings were presented and adopted by the Conference. According to action by the Executive Committee of the 94 WESTERN INDIA REGIONAL CONFERENCE

Mission, all of the papers, recommendations and findings are printed herewith as an appendix to the 1938 Minutes of this Mission. They will be presented in the following order: The Church and Evangelism. Church-Mission Relationship. Christian Education. Medical Work. Personnfclr' Estimates. Property.

THE CHURCH AND EVANGELISM As our Deputation has had the privilege of a rather hasty but very intensive study of the whole field of the Western India Mission, we have become increasingly impressed with the tre­ mendous opportunities for evangelism now facing the Christian forces in this area. This opportunity is just one more evidence of God’s continuing use of consecrated and devoted human per­ sonalities in His declared purpose to redeem human life, even against all combined resistance of individual indifference and social and political opposition. Through years of difficult and discouraging struggle, individuals and groups have been called out of sin and superstition into the liberty of spiritual fellowship as children of God. To-day all evidence which we have seen, points to an unprecedented opportunity to confront this whole area with the challenge of this God-given Gospel of Redeeming Love. The Centrality of the Church: Through these years of pioneering, this work of evangelism has had, necessarily, to be largely individualistic depending upon and taking its emphasis and organisational genius from the character and personality of the individual worker in a given area. In the same way, it has had to be primarily centred in, emanating from and directed by the Mission as the source of its leadership and financial support. Because of these two facts and because in this particular Mission some of the most outstanding personalities among the pioneers have done their greatest work through institutions of healing and teaching, the Church has not always held that place of centrality in motivation and direction which is vital to the whole purpose of the missionary enterprise, and which we believe to be necessary for the establishment of the Kingdom of God in this world. Therefore, we believe that one of the most urgent and essential needs is that of a larger emphasis upon the Church in its corporate worship and witness and in its spiritual fellowship as the Body of Christ. THE CHURCH AND EVANGELISM 95

The International Missionary Council in its recent meeting at Tambaram made the following significant statements along this line : “ In spite of all its failures in the past and in the present, to live up to its divine mission, the Church is and remains the fellowship to which our Lord has given His promises and through which He carries forward His purposes for mankind; and since this fellowship is not merely invisible and ideal but real and con­ crete, taking a definite form in history, it is the duty of all disciples of Christ to take their place in a given Christian Church, that is, one of those concrete bodies in which and through which the Universal Church of Christ, the world-wide company of His followers, is seeking to find expression. . . . It is the Church and the Church alone which can carry the responsibility of trans­ mitting the Gospel from one generation to another, of preserving its purity and of proclaiming it to all creatures. It is the Church and the Church alone which can witness to the reality that man belongs to God in Christ over against all earthly institutions which claim His supreme allegiance. It is within the Church and the Church alone that the fellowship of God’s people receive together the gifts which He offers to His children in Word and Sacrament.” This being true, we cannot afford to allow the Christian Church to be led by poorly trained and ineffective pastors and thus to be overshadowed by, or lost sight of, among the elaborate institutions of healing and teaching adequately equipped and efficiently staffed by highly trained scientists which are themselves the products of this same Church, more highly developed, in other lands. We must see to it that the Church of Christ in its visible form of worship, fellowship and service is elevated to its proper place in the thought and affection of the people of this land. Only then will this Church be able to produce and main­ tain these institutions of human ministry, by supplying the spiri­ tual leadership and consecrated resources necessary for their life.

A Strong Joyous Church for Group Movements and Wise Handling of the Same. There are within the area of this Mission unmistakable evidences of group movements toward the Christian religion, especially among the Depressed Classes. We are convinced that these group movements are the result of the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of this people through the faithful witness of nationals and missionaries alike answering to the yearnings of individual souls for more abundant life. We believe further that this group response to such witness is a natural outgrowth of the intellectual and social background of these people. 96 WESTERN INDIA REGIONAL CONFERENCE

On the other hand, we recognise, with you, the dangers inherent in any such group response to a spiritual truth which demands the life commitment of the individual in order to pro­ duce the transformation of the group. Therefore, we note with gratitude and satisfaction the steps which are being taken to pre­ pare and examine each individual within the group before ad­ mission to the Sacraments and the full fellowship of the Christian community. If we are to take full advantage of these oppor­ tunities for winning whole communities to Jesus Christ, we must have a strong, joyous, reverent Church led by adequately trained pastors who can command the respect and loyalty of their people. We believe that there is now, as there always has been and always will be, need for personal witness in work and in life concerning God’s redeeming love; but we believe that in the present stage of our evangelistic task here in India, this personal witness of both Anglo-Saxons and Indians alike, must be given through and related to the Church of Jesus Christ. We have been impressed with the urgency of this need as we have read the report of the Maharashtra Survey Committee on the work of this Mission and have ourselves sometimes seen a lack of co­ operation and co-ordination between the Church and our evan­ gelistic work and workers. We would, therefore, recommend that steps be taken im­ mediately to bring all of our evangelistic work under the direction and control of the Church Council, either through relationship to individual Churches or through supervision by district com­ mittees. A Far-Seeing Strategy for the Years Ahead: If, in the adoption of such a radical and far-reaching change in policy, we are to conserve the values of wise leadership and, at the same time, develop the challenge of venturesome faith, we must work out a thoughtful, courageous and far-seeing strategy. As a part of this strategy for the years ahead, we would make the following recommendations: i. That, in accordance with the suggestion of the Second Century Committee, instead of continuing to organise our evangelistic work around separate stations with policies and pro­ grammes depending upon individual workers, the area be divided into natural geographical blocks or districts with unified policies. We suggest, for instance, three such districts, Vengurla and Ratnagiri in the Konkan; Nipani, Kolhapur and Kodoli; and Miraj, Sangli and Islampur in the Deccan. Within each of these districts, we believe that all of the evangelistic work should be interrelated with definite policies, programmes and objectives worked out for a bold advance movement covering a specific period (for instance, five years) ; to be restudied at the end of that period. THE CHURCH AND EVANGELISM 97

2. That, within each of these districts, there be a general policy of organisation and procedure embodying, among other things, the following: (a) The assignment of definite zones of specific evan­ gelistic responsibility around each organised city and town Church, to which the pastor and congregation of this Church are expected to minister. (b) The uniting of each present communicant with some organised Church within reasonable distance of his or her own village. One of the groups recently studying the problem and opportunities involved in the so-called “ Mass Movements” makes the following statement: “ Most evident of all is the supreme need for more adequate guidance, nurture and pastoral care of these ‘babes in Christ’. . . . To this end immediate steps should be taken to make it possible to introduce every Christian, at the time of baptism, to an organised Church life in which are pro­ vided adequate pastoral ministrations for corporate worship, for the nurture of family and personal devotion, for the regulation and discipline of conduct, both in the individual and the com­ munity.” (c) The organising, as soon as possible, of new Churches, strategically located so as to make an organised Church available to these scattered communicants without too great travel. (d) In order to make their sense of Church fellowship real and meaningful, the carrying on of definite and persistent effort to have all communicant members gather in their central place of meeting at least quarterly for corporate worship and sacramental fellowship, and also for corporate witness to the non- Christian community. (e) Definite provision under trained volunteer leader­ ship for daily corporate worship, with carefully prepared worship materials, in each village where there is a Christian group. (f) In accordance with the action already taken by both Church Council and Mission, the immediate abandonment of the practice of baptising believers without admitting to the Lord’s Supper through communicant membership in the Church. Instead of this practice, we would recommend the adoption of a standardised Certificate of Catechumenate admitting and pledg­ ing to a definite course of preparation for admission to the sacraments and Church membership. 3. That throughout the area definite standards and policies be adopted for the selection and training of workers, with a greater emphasis upon developing a leadership within the Church adequately prepared to challenge the best elements in both the Christian and non-Christian communities, and that in these standards and policies the following be included: (a) The careful selection, on the basis of capacity and 98 WESTERN INDIA REGIONAL CONFERENCE personality qualifications, of a few of the present ordained men with a view to further training looking toward their assuming a larger place of leadership in the life of the Church. Actual opportunities for such further training should be made dependent upon either their willingness and ability to repay part of the expense involved or else their agreement to give a period of service in enlarged usefulness to this area without increased salary. (b) The urging upon the leaders of our middle and high schools of their responsibility to constantly emphasise the challenge of the ordained Christian ministry as a life work worthy of the very best in intellect and personality, even though demand­ ing greater sacrifices in economic security. (c) The holding of occasional carefully planned Life Purpose Conferences in high schools and colleges as a means of pressing the claims of the Christian ordained ministry upon the intellectual leaders among the youth, and training them to think of their responsibility for sacrificial service in their choice of life work. (d) The encouragement and training of those born in this area to merit and achieve positions of leadership in the Church here, at the same time realising the value of having some leaders from other areas for the enrichment of the Church’s life. However, in order to ensure their full usefulness, those coming into this area for work in any of our institutions should be expect­ ed to fully identify themselves with the people of Maharashtra by use of the language, and affiliation with the Church and in every other way unless excused by the Mission. (See 38170.) (e) The adoption of a definite policy for maintaining a healthy and effective proportion between highly trained ordained men (either Anglo-Saxon or Indian) for supervisory work, well trained ordained men for pastoral service in organised Churches and within the districts, less technically trained teacher-evangelists among the villages, and appointed and supervised volunteer lay- workers in village groups. All of the various surveys and studies of work in this type of area indicate a very general agreement that there should be at least one highly trained man and one highly trained woman for each of the three districts proposed for supervisory work; at least one well trained ordained man for each organised Church, with responsibility for leadership over the vil­ lage workers within the zone to which his Church is related through its membership; so far as possible, a teacher-evangelist in every village where there is a group of twenty-five or more Christian families; and a carefully selected volunteer lay-worker as leader of each village group of Christians. The adoption of such a policy will guard against the temptation to get the number of these various types of workers out of balance in the preparation for our enlarged opportunities in the evangelistic field. THE CHURCH AND EVANGELISM 99

(f) The adoption of a definite policy of training with •specific standards for each of these grades of workers with special provision for training-institutes and frequent periods of fellow­ ship and inspiration for elders and other volunteer lay-workers in the villages. In organising such programmes for volunteer workers, however, it should be made very clear that this is not a step toward employment but rather a step of progress in more effective voluntary service. (g) The adoption of definite scales of salaries for the various grades of paid-workers, basing the amount of salary on the responsibility assigned as well as on academic training. 4. That steps be taken to develop appropriate pro­ grammes of worship suitable for village groups and organised Churches; that in these programmes the following points of -emphasis should be observed: (a) The desirability and helpfulness of participation by the whole group in such things as group singing, repetition of passages of Scripture, recitation of the articles of faith, the Lord’s prayer, prayer responses, etc., as a means of exercising the teaching function of worship, rather than a mere listening to a more or less formal address or preachment. (b) The urgent need for developing orderliness, silence and reverence in worship as a means of emphasising a sense of the Presence of God. (c) The vital place of training in and expression of Christian Stewardship through consecrated giving, not merely for the support of a pastor or a teacher-evangelist, but as a part of and participation in the work of Jesus Christ through His Church. (d) The necessity for every village group to have some consecrated place (if only a platform in the open air, but wherever possible a suitable building) for their worship experi­ ence. We have been impressed with the simple beauty and worshipful atmosphere of several prayer rooms which we have seen in some of our institutions, and we believe that some such thing could well be introduced even in the smallest villages. 5. That definite plans be made for a persistent, organised campaign for the enlistment of every individual member of the Christian Church in personal work with members of his family, village and social group, as well as with members of other groups to which he may have access. This should be done through the planning of “Weeks of Witnessing,” family worship, Bible Study and any other means by which the individual Church members may be brought into the joyous service of winning others to Jesus Christ and the Christian way of life. As was said by the section on “ The Unfinished Evangelistic Task” at Tambaram, “ We draw attention to a further fact, that, where, in recent years, evangelism has been most successful, it has been due not so much 100 WESTERN INDIA REGIONAL CONFERENCE to the direct preaching or planning of missionaries as to the wit­ ness, chiefly of a voluntary character, of the younger Churches. This witness has sprung from a spiritual vitality and experience which compel men to pass on the Good News they have found.’* It must be recognised as our responsibility, as leaders in the Christian Church, to help every member of this Church to find his place in this blessed service of witnessing. 6. That the Church continue to recognise and seek more adequately to meet its responsibility for improving the economic life of the Christian community, and through it lifting the economic level of the whole people. The Church, if it is to be strong and effective, must be constantly striving toward self- support in its material life through “ the inculcation of right habits* standards and methods” in its members. But, to further quote a statement of the section of the Tambaram Conference dealing with this important subject, “ our emphasis on mere self-support by a Church or a group is a real danger. It may, for instance, lead to neglect of the evangelistic task. It is the obligation of every congregation and every disciple to spread the Gospel. From its very beginning every Church should bear witness. Such missionary work will never hinder self-support. “ An evangelising Church must have deep concern for the economic difficulties of the people. In the spirit of the Master, Christians must try to lift their fellow-men out of unbearable conditions. . . . The task of helping to improve the economic condition of the Christian community is an essential part of the Ministry of the Church. It is not merely a method for increasing the resources of the Church organisation. . . . Economic welfare is one of the essential conditions for the development of sound and rounded personality. Christian love cannot be indifferent to economic suffering either within or without the Household of Faith. “ The task of improving the economic conditions of the Christian community in many areas is both urgent and neglected. The Church must find ways to deal with this economic issue wisely and vigorously.” (a) We would, therefore, recommend that, in the training of leaders for the village groups, in the development of plans for agricultural arid industrial schools and wherever possible in the encouragement and assistance of Christians to settle upon land or secure gainful occupations in other lines, the Church recognise its responsibility and use its full corporate power. (b) We would, further, recommend that the policy already instituted in some districts of organising its forces for the protection of the political arid economic rights of members of the Christian community in times of persecution and social in­ justice be further developed and used throughout the whole area. CHURCH AND MISSION RELATIONSHIPS 101

(c) On the other hand, we would urge the Church to discourage the attitude that either the Church or the Mission is a “ dispenser of economic security, employment and funds,” and to encourage the members of the Christian community, es­ pecially the young men, to recognise and accept the challenge of building a new social and economic security for themselves amtl their group. They must be trained to realise that this can be done by spiritual courage and faith and trained intelligence, coupled with hard work in fields of manual labour, as well as in places of intellectual leadership and professional service. The Christian minister and the Christian teacher and the Christian doctor have a tremendous responsibility as well as a glorious opportunity at this point in the formation and development of the new economic structure of the Christian community an'd of the nation of India. Throughout this report, we have deliberately addressed our­ selves and our recommendations and suggestions to the Christian Church without distinguishing between responsibilities or powers of Church and Mission. We have done this, in the first place, because in our first recommendation we have urged that so far as the purview of this report is concerned, the two be immediately identified. We have done so, in the second place, however, be­ cause, as a Deputation we have no real authority in dealing with the Church and can only suggest these policies, organisations and programmes through the Mission and the Committee on Co­ operation for its favourable consideration. We realise that we have suggested many things which re­ quire much thought an'd hard work on the part of both Anglo- Saxons and Indians. We realise, further, that some of our suggestions require a good deal of sacrifice and self-surrender on the part of both groups. However, we have been bold to make the suggestions because of our belief in you; in your ability and willingness to tackle hard jobs; in your ability to see and understand the tremendous opportunity facing the whole Christian Cause at the beginning of the second century of our co-operative activity and, above all else, in our belief in the divine nature of our task and, therefore, the inexhaustible resources at our command for the redemption of India and of the world through the grace and power of Jesus Christ our Lord. In this confidence may we go forward together to this God-given task. Note.—This statement with its recommendations was accepted and* adopted by the Conference.

CHURCH AND MISSION RELATIONSHIPS The Western India Mission has long since passed the pioneering stage when the initiative for evangelism rested with the Mission, and for some time a growing Church has been shar­ 1 0 2 WESTERN INDIA REGIONAL CONFERENCE

ing increasingly in the work of evangelism. The Deputation believes “ that the function of the Mission in evangelism is to draw out and support the witness of the Church locally and to assist the Church in extending that witness to adjacent area.” (I.M.C. Report, sect. VI.) It is, therefore, happy that this time of its visit finds the Church taking over a much larger responsibility and the missionaries, as members of the Church, upon the gracious invitation of that Church, which fully understands the dual nature of such membership since the missionary must also be a member o f the sending American Church and subject to its discipline. It wishes to declare its happy support of the present proposal to transfer the administration of the funds which come from abroad for the work of evangelism in this area to the Kolhapur Church Council, and hopes that this transfer may take place not later than April i, 1940, when the Church Council shall have completed its plans for the administration. It envisages such committees as the Church Council may set up at the time of its fall meeting after Board and Council have approved of the plans as' immediately beginning this task, integrating their plans for personnel and projects for the new year into those which the present responsible bodies have made for the year 1939-40. In the details of these plans for administration, now being worked out in the Committee of Church and Mission and not yet in final form, the Deputation is greatly interested. However, whatever the plans may be, the success of the transfer will depend upon the spirit of mutual confidence in which Church and Mission work together to implement them, the Mission avoiding the pit­ fall of continuing paternalism and entering heartily into the life of the Church and the Church directing its creative efforts to strengthening its individual and corporate witness in a spirit of unity and love. 1. The Deputation would urge upon the Church Council the adoption of such plans as shall insure that the funds to be transferred are used only in projects of forward evangelism— projects with definite objectives to be reviewed each year— in order that the funds may be kept free from sterile or relatively fruitless efforts to meet more promising opportunities. 2. In order that the funds may be kept mobile and made available for new advance work along evangelistic lines, grants for pastors’ salaries should be made only where absolutely neces­ sary and should be carefully reviewed each year with a view to reduction as fast as the economic ability of the congregation will justify it. In order to secure more funds for providing pastors, we would welcome experiment by the Church Council in the matter of a Central Pastoral Fund by the Church Council. 3. Provision should be made for an audited statement of accounts to be sent at the end of each year to the Mission Exe­ CHURCH AND MISSION RELATIONSHIPS 103

cutive Committee for forwarding to the India Council and the Board. 4. In accordance with generally approved procedure in the handling of Trust Funds, the committee responsible for the actual distribution of funds should not have on it any benificiary of the funds to be so distributed. (This was laid on the table until the interpretation of the Lakeville findings by the Deputa­ tion is received.) 5. A corollary to the transfer of the administration of evangelistic funds to the Church Council is that any further re­ quests to the Board in New York for the appointment of addi­ tional evangelistic missionaries, men or women, should have the approval of the Church Council. While the Board is not at present able to expand its work, yet it should be kept informed of any needs felt by the Church Council for new missionaries; and especially at the time of the withdrawal of any missionary in evangelistic work, the Church Council should make clear state­ ment as to whether it desires a successor and for what special work such a successor should be prepared. 6. It would be desirable to make some special provision at least during an initial period for securing adequate representa­ tion of the women’s interests. This might be done by co-opting a few women who bear official relationship to the women’s work upon the Church Council’s committee for planning programme or for determining distribution of funds. 7. That inasmuch as the Kolhapur Church Council invites ordained missionaries to become members, ordained mis­ sionaries be advised to accept the invitation. It is recommended that all lay missionaries be advised to become members of the local Church. Any lay missionary, man or woman, who is a member of a local Church is eligible to be co-opted by the Church Council for any Committee or agency of the Church Council. [Note.— This does not make others ineligible.] 8. The composition of the Evangelistic Committee to be as follows: The Committee be composed of 10 or 12 members representing all the various factors of Urban and Rural Church, Women’s Work, Work for . Youth, Religious Education, The Home, Christian Literature and Temperance. Not less than three of these should be women. 9. For the co-ordinating of the high schools, middle schools and standard primary schools, the Deputation would pro­ pose that all be under an educational committee of ten or twelve elected or co-opted by the Church Council, with half the member­ ship for the first three years to be missionaries. This committee should have the power to approve of the budgets of each school, should be responsible in connection with the budgets for the dis­ 104 WESTERN INDIA REGIONAL CONFERENCE tribution of any funds from the Board’s grants, should in general direct policies and shall submit an annual report to Church and Mission which should exercise no control other than the appoint­ ment of the committee on the part of the Church, but both organi­ sations should be free to make recommendations to the Com­ mittee. The Executive Committee of the Church Council shall be the final approving body. I Note.— This means that it has the right to approve or disapprove reports, but has not the right to control. I For the initial period, principals of the institutions who would be responsible for the internal management of each institution would continue to be appointed by the Mission. 10. For the co-ordinating of the medical institutions other than those in Miraj and for the development of a rural programme, the Deputation would propose a Committee appointed by the Church Council constituted in a similar way and with similar responsibilities, the Executive Committee of the Church Council to be the final approving body. For the initial period, physicians- in-charge of the institutions would continue to be appointed by the Mission. For the Miraj Medical Institutions, we would propose a modification of the Constitution of the present Board of Governors, allowing the Church Council to appoint representa­ tives equal in number to those appointed by the Mission but providing for the representation of other interests as outlined in the medical report, the Executive Committee of the Church Council to be the final approving body. 1 1 . The Executive Committee shall be constituted as fol­ lows: Moderator; Vice-Moderator; Executive Secretary, elected for three years by the Church Council and approved by the Board of Foreign Missions; Treasurer, elected by the Church Council* Chairman of the Evangelistic Committee of Church Council; Chairman of the Educational Committee of the Church Council; Chairman of the Medical Committee of the Church Council. The Executive Committee shall be the co-ordinating body, and act for the Church Council between annual meetings. 12 . There shall be an Executive Secretary, elected by the Church Council and approved by the Board, who shall act as co-ordinator and administrator. He shall be an ex-officio member of the Church Council’s Executive Committee and of the com­ mittees for the administration of educational and medical work. He shall also have the right to sit as an advisory member on other committees of the Church Council. In his capacity of co-ordinator, he shall bring to the attention of individuals and committees any measure which will make for the better co-ordination of the various branches of the work; he shall have the power to suspend the application of any action which would impair co-ordination, or which fails to secure CHRISTIAN EDUCATION 105

highest co-ordination until there can be a meeting of the Executive Committee of the Church Council. Note.—The above statement, although prepared chiefly by the Board’s Deputation, represents the combined effort of the Deputation and the Joint Committees on Co-operation of the Mission and Church Council. It was very carefully considered, and accepted in its present form by the Conference. The resolutions embodied are to be taken as the Findings of this Conference on the subject of Church-Mission Relationships and are to be acted upon finally both by the Mission and Church Council.

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION ‘‘Education is and must always be a major concern of the Church. . . . Christian education is an integral part of the whole great enterprise of the Church’s witness. . . . Christian education, if it is to make the great contribution which it is capable of making to the up-building and expansion of the Church, must be true to its own ideals. It must be effectively Christian. It must be educationally sound. . . (Madras Christian Conference.) As we look forward to this new century of work, we again affirm our deep conviction that Christian education is an essential part of the Church and Mission Programme. This is especially true to-day in India, in view of the fact that the growing Christian community is being drawn so largely from among the Depressed Classes and in view of the new Government plans for education.

I. Christian School and Government Plans. It has always been the policy of the Mission to carefully observe the requirements of the Government curriculum and also to maintain its own Bible Study curricula. We strongly commend this policy and recommend its continuance. We note with deep interest the new educational programme of the Government looking toward special emphasis especially along the line of primary education. We recommend that the Educational Committee of the Western India Mission keep in close touch with the Government plans, make a careful study of them and develop a policy for future educational work in co-operation with other ' Christian Missions. II. Responsibility of the Church and Mission for Christian Education. We rejoice at the evidence of a turning toward Christianity in this area from among the Depressed Classes especially among the Mahars. This presents a great opportunity and responsibility for the Mission, but the education of this ever-growing Christian community should be the united responsibility of the Church and Mission. 106 WESTERN INDIA REGIONAL CONFERENCE

1. FOR CHILDREN It should be our growing aim to make it possible for every child of the Christian community to receive at least a primary education and to be trained to take his place in the life of the community. The boys and girls who show real capacity for leadership should be offered scholarships for further education and training, these scholarships to be earned by good work and Chris­ tian character from year to year. We recommend: (A) That the policy in accord with the Mission action just taken by the Educational Committee in lining uf> with Governmental Educational Programme be developed as rapidly as possible in all schools for the payment of some fee even though it be but one anna or some grain, in order to develop the spirit of self-respect and independence. (B) That a Scholarship Fund be developed as soon as possible for the training in middle, high or industrial school o f future Christian leaders, these scholarships to be earned by char­ acter, good work and manual labour and not claimed as a right.

2. ADULT EDUCATION It is not enough for the Christian schools to develop literacy a m o n g the children; they must maintain and continue it among the adults. In a study made by Dr. Mason Olcott, it was dis­ covered: “ In 22 out of 161 villages, not a single man or woman was found to be literate, in spite of the fact that several of these villages had had schools for 15-35 years. . . . Many of our village schools have no permanent results.” It is estimated that the wastage is about 60%. The development of a plan for adult education is essential to the life and work of the Christian Church and community and we recommend that the Educational Com­ mittee and Evangelistic Committee of the Mission and the Exe­ cutive Committee of the Kolhapur Church Council examine possibilities of relating this plan to other plans of other Missions and of Government. This may seem like an ideal, but it is an essential part of all future planning.

3. MISSION VILLAGE SCHOOLS It is our conviction that it is essential to strengthen and improve our programme for village education in the villages where there is a growing Christian community. The Church and the school should work together through the family and home for the regeneration of village life. Where there is no church building, the school should be the centre for worship and service. In the Western India Mission to-day, we have 49 village primary schools and 12 primary city schools— 41 of these 61 schools are for Christian communities. In these schools only 33% of the CHRISTIAN EDUCATION 107 teachers are trained. The well-trained Indian assistant of the missionary educational superintendent visits these schools about once in three months to instruct and inspire the teachers. We recommend: (A) That full primary schools, except where such schools: are integral parts of other educational institutions, should be closely related to the Church and be under the direction of the Kolhapur Church Council. (B) In view of the need of providing primary schools for the increasing number of Christian communities, it is recom­ mended that where a school is serving a community where there is no evidence of turning to Christ or where there is harmful rivalry with a Government school, that such schools be closed or their management, without subsidy, given to suitable responsible bodies. (C) The proportion of funds thus released may be made available to the Evangelistic Committee for the training and employment of teacher-leaders, able to be quickly placed in vil­ lages where a new interest has arisen to carry on an educational and evangelistic programme for a few years until a full primary school is justified. (D) In view of the great need for trained workers in village educational work, it is recommended that the teacher-leader type of worker be trained for Christian village schools. (E) That since the Christian home is essential in the building of the Christian community, the wives of these teacher- leaders be carefully selected and trained. (F) That pending the development of a cooperative plan for this training with the Bombay Representative Christian Council, the Sangli schools be requested to develop such an experi­ mental course for both the teacher-leaders and their wives. (G) A study be made to establish a uniform basic living wage in order to make it possible for these teacher-leaders to maintain a model Christian home along simple village lines.

4. RECOMMENDATIONS IN REGARD TO MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOLS:

I. Irwin Christian High School: (A) That this school become Indianised within a period of five years, responsible leadership to be recruited from outside the Institution or Mission if necessary. (B) That the proportion of Christian and non-Christian students be changed as rapidly as possible by the increase of Christian students. (C) That all fees be increased gradually. Christian boys are to earn these in the form of scholarships awarded for good character, fine work and manual labour. 1 0 8 WESTERN INDIA REGIONAL CONFERENCE

(D) That a study be made to develop the school along a specialised line or lines in keeping with the new Government plans for Education. II. Esther Patton School, Kolhapur: (A) That the plan of Indianisation be continued. (B) That a study be made of the finances looking to­ ward an increase of fees for all students with scholarships for Christian girls of ability. (C) That courses in home-making, handicraft and cul­ ture be added as a vital part of the curriculum. (D) That in order to make this possible, a teacher m a jo r i n g in Home Economics be placed on the preferred list of New Missionaries; or that such a teacher with full training be sought in India. III. Vengurla High School: In view of the growth and fine work being done by the Vengurla High School through its Indian staff, we feel that the time has come to make the school financially independent and completely indigenous. We, therefore, recommend that the Vengurla High School be transferred to the control of a Board of Governors of eight mem­ bers— six to be elected by the Educational Committee of the Kolhapur Church Council and two members by the Alumni Association (in the process of being created) on the following conditions: (A) Maintainance of the Christian character of the school. (B) The present buildings to be leased to the Board of Governors at a nominal rental to cover fixed charges. The normal repairs on the present buildings to be made by the Pro­ perty Committee of the Mission for a trial period of three years. (C) The present grant to be reduced by Rs. 200 each year for the first two years, Rs. 300 a year for the next two years, and Rs. 500 each year thereafter until the amount of the grant is entirely discontinued. That this agreement be reviewed at the end of three years or earlier if an emergency arises.

IV. Theodore Carter Memorial School, Ratnagiri: That this school be transferred to the Kolhapur Church Council with the agreement that the management and control be given to Dr. Benjamin as founder, with the provision that the care of the present orphans (22) and scholarships for the Christian students be covered by the present grant. Beginning April 1, 1939, this grant shall be decreased at the rate of Rs. 500 each year over a period of five years, this agreement to be re­ viewed at the end of three years. CHRISTIAN EDUCATION 109

V. Village Service School, Nipani: That this school be continued, in view of its record and service to the developing Christian community and that it be given an appropriation from the Mission funds until such time as it may become self-supporting. It is further recommended that a careful study be made to see how the school may be developed to use the land around it in line with the plans of Government educational programme.

VI. Kodoli Community Middle School: We rejoice in the record of this school, but feel that, in order to live up to the record of the past and to increase the present efficiency, a careful study should be made of plans and programmes of other schools in India and in America serving a similar situation. The study in America will be possible during the furlough year of Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Kincaid. We recommend that this study look toward developing the school along the line of a model school in line with the Government educational deve­ lopments in the training of its boys and girls for life and service in its community, and other rural areas. This would mean less emphasis upon preparation for Mission service and far more stress on the preparation for independent and abundant Christian life in the villages. For the boys, this would mean the intro­ duction of basic handicrafts with scholarships offered for further work at higher schools for the ablest boys. For the girls, this would mean the introduction of simple courses in Home Econo­ mics with model cottage, etc., also with scholarships offered for the ablest girls for further study.

VII. Graham Memorial School for Village Girls, Sangli: That the work of this school be continued and strengthened by a small additional grant from Class V III; and that it be related to the training of wives for the teacher-leader type of workers.

VIIL Sangli Industrial and Agricultural School: We feel that this type of work is essential to the development of independent Christian workers in the growing Christian com­ munities. We recommend, therefore, that the work of the school be strengthened financially so as to employ a better qualified staff and to enlarge its programme; that scholarships be offered in all the other schools in the Mission to boys who qualify for this further training; that other missions in this area be urged to co-operate in the school; that the lay-leader classes be continued and strengthened; that the Sangli Movable School be continued and used to a larger extent; that the special courses in rural re­ construction be continued. b 110 WESTERN INDIA REGIONAL CONFERENCE

IX. Training of Teachers: We recommend that we continue to co-operate in the Union Training College, Ahmednagar. We note with interest the pos­ sible changes due to pending changes in the field of education. We recommend as Mission policy the following: That greater emphasis be placed on the training of Christian teachers especially for village work, in line with the new emphasis by the Government; that refresher courses be planned, especially for village teachers; that it become a regular policy for students to be sent to such rural training schools as Sangli for at least a six weeks’ course for training.

X. General Recommendations: That the medical units be requested to co-operate as far as possible with all training schools and institutes in giving instruc­ tion in hygiene and first-aid.

XI. Training for Lay Volunteer Leadership for the Christian Church: We recommend that such training be planned in institutes and in classes with special emphasis on voluntary service. This will help to overcome the weakness of the Church which depends too largely on paid service. X II. We recommend that a Scholarship Fund be built up to provide higher education for outstanding young men and women of Christian character and ability, for the development of strong leaders for the Church. Note.—This statement with its recommendations was accepted and adopted by the Conference.

MEDICAL WORK The ministry of healing, which we have become accustomed to call ‘Medical Mission’ has a long and inspiring history in Western India. Into this service have come many men and women of outstanding ability and discerning consecration. The volume of work done and the fruits of this service are vast. We could not aind should not attempt at this dme to review even the most out­ standing accomplishments of this thrilling story. There are, how­ ever, some points of contact between what has been done and what should be done that must be taken into account. In some respects, the situation with regard to the ministry of healing has remained unchanged. In other respects, there are great changes. Our pioneer doctors found themselves in the midst of health needs that were overwhelming. The amount of service rendered was measured by the limits of human endurance and the hours of day and night when they could work. They were confronted every day with diseases and human ailments and required in many MEDICAL WORK 1 1 1 instances to combat not only the disease or affliction but the causes as well. And they were called upon to do this work without traditional sympathies that would have assured them of com­ munity and individual co-operation. In a large measure, the diseases that were working havoc in India then are still here. I:n hundreds of communities, there is to-day no health centre or medical aid. The confidence in hospital and medical service so necessary for satisfactory service is still lacking. But on the other hand, there are features, and very important ones, that make the present approach to medical mis­ sions very different from that of fifty years ago. We have hospitals mow. These hospitals may be inadequate in number and far below the ideal in equipment and staff. But they are organised for batde against human suffering. They are supplied with the weapons that are required for the daily attack; and they have trained surgeons, doctors, nurses and other employees who know how to work and how to pray. Moreover, the medical missionary is not alone in his work. There is a new spirit abroad in the land. Whatever is done to-day in the medical world must take into account national medical associations and laws that sometimes aid and sometimes hinder. But there are thousands of trained surgeons, doctors, nurses and their helpers who are organised for service. The maladies that faceld the pioneer medical missionary are still here, but the facilities for the attack are much greater than they have been in any other age. We are not asked to do what the pioneers did. We must do infinitely more than they did. We are better equipped. There are more of us. We have greater forces with which to co-operate. Let us not look upon higher standards as an obstacle to the freedom of action within the scope of our service. Rather let us adapt our service to conform to a higher technical requirement in the interest of better health and nobler lives. Medical missionaries must always face a two-fold problem, if they are loyal to the ideals of their profession and to the commitment they have made to Christ and His Church. One is definitely technical— and in this sense they are related to others who belong to their profession and serve in the same country. The other is essentially spiritual and in this sense they are related to the Church and to the spiritual life of every patient and every community. In a very fundamental way, this second problem has changed in the last few years in India, just as the first one has changed. We must take this into account. The Church of India has grown. It has acquired stronger leadership. It is no longer a negligible factor in society. The medical missionary— Anglo-Saxon or Indian— can count on a great ally to-day, and he must count on it for support in his work. And the Church must do its work better, because it has at hand such apotent force% 112 WESTERN INDIA REGIONAL CONFERENCE

It is sheer folly and worse, it is sinful for these two missionary organisations to neglect the almost infinite possibilities for Christian healing and evangelisation that are inherent in a per­ fectly co-ordinated programme and procedure. In order that we may organise our thinking as we approach a more explicit treatment of the material before us, we shall refer to (I) The Health Situation in its Relation to Our Task, (II) Our Present Organisation and (III) To the Future Development of Our Medical Work. I. The Health Situation. It may be of interest to us who are engaged in religious work, to see something of the health picture drawn by secular forces. We see the effects of the ravages of disease on the man himself, in his relation to his God and his fellow-men. But we must not ignore his value to society. In a recent publication on the “ Problems of Industry in the East,” we find, on pages 26, 27, the following significant paragraph:— “ That poor health is the most potent immediate cause of inefficiency in the Indian worker cannot be doubted by any one who has seen the slums of the great industrial cities or has given a cursory glance at the morbidity statistics. The latter reveal the fact that about 70% of deaths are caused by cholera, smallpox, plague, ‘fevers,’ dysentery and diarrhoea. Of the ‘fevers,’ by far the most formidable is malaria, of which the Director of the Malaria Survey estimated that there were 100 million cases a. year in India, while hookworm (ankylostomiasis) also claims many millions of victims annually. Until recently, it was believed that these . diseases were endemic in tropical countries and constituted a source of , death and debility, which could not be combated effectually. Modern hygiene has entirely exploded this belief. The experience of Malaya and Netherlands Indies has shown that all these diseases can be greatly reduced, ^even if they cannot be entirely stamped out, by the expenditure of suffi­ cient money and by organisation on the right lines. It has also shown -that their subjugation has an enormous influence in increasing labour efficiency and reducing labour costs. Surveys have also shown that tuberculosis has increased rapidly during recent years, and is now causing a heavy mortality, particularly in the urbanised and industrialised areas. It is active not only in the overshadowed urban centres but also in various groups of the rural population where there exists a high degree of suscepti­ bility to attack. Diseases such as these constitute a reliable index to the standard of life of the population among whom they are prevalent; they spread rapidly among under-fed and badly-nourished populations, and the wide occurrence of typical ‘deficiency’ diseases such as rickets and night- blindness, shows the dietetic insufficiency or unsuitability as one of the causes of the poor physique of the Indian.” The other side— the Church’s side— of the picture is pre­ sented in the findings of the Madras Conference, where among other things we find these very significant statements. They are the expression of the thought of medical missionaries. MEDICAL WORK 113

“ The Ministry of Health and Healing belongs to the essence of the Gospel and is, therefore, an integral part of the Mission to which Christ has called, and is calling, His Church. In some lands and areas, the need presses more heavily than in others, and where that is so, a special obligation rests upon Churches and Missions to make full proof of their ministry of healing.” “ Medical work of high standard, done in the spirit of Christ, has a redemptive quality that makes it distinctive. Nowhere is such service more urgently needed than in rural areas. It finds special expression in caring for conditions where patience, perseverance and hope are called for, such as leprosy, tuberculosis and mental disease; and in nursing, for, in the entire range of medical work, no one comes nearer to the need of the patient than nurses. Their life should be a daily Christian witness, spent in the service of others.” “For all these forms of service, the thorough training of workers is fundamental. All who take part in the Ministry of Health and Healing should have the best possible qualifications for the work they are called upon to do, and their life and character should express the spirit of Christ. . . .” “ Missionary Societies can no longer afford to think and plan within denominational boundaries. Fuller co-operation must be sought in re­ cruiting candidates and in guiding them during training and furlough. More serious consideration should be given to the effective co-ordination of Christian Medical work with other forms of Christian work.” Deeply grateful to . God for all He has done for us in this Western India Mission along the lines of Christian healing, mind­ ful of the cry of suffering humanity and of the place this service holds in the Divine Commission, we commit ourselves, at the beginning of this second century of missionary activity, to the challenging task of the adaptation of the personnel and organi­ sational force available for the more effectual service of our Master. II. Present Organisation. It is noteworthy and a cause for grateful acknowledgement that our medical work has been planned and organised to meet the most pressing needs, and at the same time to lay foundations for future work and scientific development. We have hospitals, dispensaries, clinics, sanatoria, a medical school and a school for the preparation of nurses. These are fundamental. We may need more of them. We may have to enlarge them, or to develop the equipment. But they represent the type of units that are necessary. If any one were lacking, we should have to acquire it at once. The development and extension of such institutions is, for the most part, technical, and must be done by those who are technically trained. There are aspects of this subject that belong to the profession of medicine and laymen can be of little help. But the present day missionary situation is such that policies of expansion must be determined by the united counsel of all 114 WESTERN INDIA REGIONAL CONFERENCE officially concerned, even though the stricdy technical questions are left to professional advisers. There must be some place in the organisation where decisions are made that will make impossible the expenditure of large capital funds in projects that depend solely upon the popularity and genius of some one person for their support. However useful these projects have been in the past, their day has gone. The Deputation has visited the three hospitals of this Western India Mission— Vengurla, Kolhapur and Miraj— and the medical centres at Kodoli and Nipani. We shall refer to them briefly and, where recommendations seem necessary, shall ask you to consider them in the same prayerful spirit in which they have been reached, and with which they are presented.

VENGURLA. Vengurla is inspiring. Here Dr. R. H . H . Goheen has developed a fine hospital and two sanatoria that function as a unit. One feels the greatest admiration for the consecrated efficiency and creative genius that has made this work possible. Here is a small staff working in perfect harmony in the spirit of the Master, who seems to walk beside those who minister in His name and who must appear in His spiritual power to those to whom they minister. It seems to the Deputation that, for the present, these institutions should be maintained as they are but not expanded.

KOLHAPUR HOSPITAL. Kolhapur Hospital, is, at present, without the services of Dr. Dunning, whose personality and skill have meant so much to those who have been served by her. Dr. Timothy has carried on with marked success; and her devotion to the task and that of Miss Schafer merits special mention in this report. The Deputa­ tion recommends that more satisfactory living quarters be pro­ vided for Dr. Timothy; also that more satisfactory provision be made for the care of lepers who come in increasing number for treatment. We do not believe that present trends would justify the enlargement of this Hospital, but that this station receive favourable consideration as a centre from which rural work may be done.

KODOLI and NIPANI. Kodoli and Nipani stations' belong in the same category. The doctors and helpers are worthy of great praise for their devo­ tion and for the place they have won in the communities and hearts of those whom they serve. It would be well to study the possibility of establishing centres like these in other places, but not until provision can be made for closer contact with one of the MEDICAL WORK 1 1 5

larger medical centres. Both of these places need help and super­ vision.

MIRAJ. The word “ Miraj” has been associated in the mind of the Church everywhere with Christian healing. Here have developed simultaneously the outstanding institutions which lie at the very threshold of the development of medical work in every land— .clinics, dispensaries, hospital, sanatorium, medical school and school for the training of nurses. The extent of this programme is so great that probably even those who planned it and who were responsible for it did not comprehend its entire significance. Most of those who labour in this institution have been prepared by it. As we approach it at the beginning of a new century of mission work, we must realise that there are other developments in India that have a bearing on what Miraj is and what Miraj does. In •other words, it has a national relation as well as a relation to the Western India Mission and to the district where it is located. For several years, there has been unrest and an unsatisfactory •situation in the internal organisation of the Hospital and in the relations among many of those who belong to the official family. These conditions are well-known to all the members of the Mis­ sion and the Council. The Deputation was asked to use its offices for the improvement of these conditions and, if possible, to find a solution of the problem that have been created. Careful consideration has been given to the background of these condi­ tions and many interviews have been held in Miraj with individuals and groups. It is most gratifying to bear witness to the splendid work that is being done at this Hospital and to the fine spirit of co­ operation manifested by all members of the staff during the visit of the Deputation. It is quite evident that those who are working so earnestly for the sick and afflicted, who throng the Hospital, are also equally solicitous for the spiritual life of those whom they serve, and for the spiritual life of the Hospital as well. We would be derelict in our duty if we failed to mention the earnest solicitude on the part of the members of the staff for an early solution of the problems that have, in a measure, destroyed mutual confidence and made life and work more difficult. It was a very happy experience for members of the Deputation to see men trained in Miraj operating modern instruments of a most technical nature, and to hear words of high praise for the efficient work of members of the staff. But the trouble reported and lamented in Miraj as much or more than anywhere else is there; and, with the co-operation of the staff, the members of this body and the Mission, we feel confident that a solution can be found and will 'be found. 116 WESTERN INDIA REGIONAL CONFERENCE

We present the following recommendations: 1. That Dr. R. H . H . Goheen be requested to accept the position as Director of the Miraj Hospital on or before April I, 19 39 ; that within the scope of his administration and duties all of the medical work of tie Miraj station be included; that he have a general oversight over the Medical School, the Hospital, the Nursing School, the Leprosarium and Dispensaries; and that the inclusion of the Tuberculosis Sanatorium be added, if agree­ able to the Board of Governors of that institution. 2. That Dr. and Mrs. T. M. Frank be transferred to Islampur, or to such place as the Executive Committee may decide in consultation with those concerned, for rural medical service, this to be effective on or before April 1, 1939. 3. That in view of the training and special gifts of Miss Mary C. Richardson, R .N ., for the supervision of the department of midwifery, we recommend that she be released from other administrative responsibilities, in order that she may be free to devote her entire energies to this important department and to develop an antenatal clinic. 4. That Miss Margaret Craig, R.N ., be appointed to the position of Superintendent of nurses and of the nurses’ training school. Both (3) and (4) are to take effect on or before March 1 , I 9 3 9 - 5. That an Executive Committee of three be appointed' by the Board of Governors, of which the Director of the Hospital shall be Chairman; th^t this committee shall be responsible for all matters related to the business management of the Hospital and related institutions. 6. That Mr. S. E. Smith be transferred to Sangli, finances to be arranged between Miraj and Sangli. 7. With effect from the time that Dr. Goheen takes charge of Miraj, Dr. S. Fulton be in charge of Vengurla until other arrangements are made; and that Dr. Othneil L Devadatta be transferred to Vengurla, with special reference to Leprosarium, Tuberculosis Sanatorium and Laboratory and Medical work. 8. That a cable be sent to the Board enquiring as to the possibilities of reappointment of Dr. and Mrs. E. H. Evans. 9. That the Constitution of the Senatus and the Hos­ pital Board be restudied by the Executive Committee of the Mission and modified to conform to the requirements made necessary by the adoption of the recommendations of this report and that greater emphasis be placed upon its relation to the professional life of the institution; and that members of the Senatus should bring to its meetings all matters related to the development of the departments under their directions, looking to the constant improvement and efficiency of service. MEDICAL WORK 117

10. The Training School for Nurses at Miraj, in Its relation to the whole nursing organisation of the Hospital, re­ quires a careful study that should result in the determination of definite policies with reference to the following details: Require­ ments for entry to the School; tuition fees; association of graduates and undergraduate nurses in living quarters; the selection of especially gifted nurses for advance study, and training for district nursing. That a similar study with regard to nurses’ training, etc., at Vengurla be referred to the Medical Committee of the Mission. 1 1 . That we forward for favourable consideration of the Board of Directors the suggestion that all fees be standardised and that payment of all fees and laboratory charges be so arranged that the doctors shall not have primary responsibility in these matters. 12. That attention be given to the study and adoption of a new schedule of salaries of the members of the medical staff and employees, and that this be referred to the Grades and Salaries Committee of the Mission. 13 . In keeping with tendencies in the conduct of modem hospitals, we recommend that a business manager, trained for this service, be secured, for the organisation under the supervision of the director of the hospital. 14. That steps be taken immediately to implement the action of the Mission providing for a Provident Fund, as soon as financial arrangements can be made. 15 . That provision be made for advance study of members of the Faculty holding L.C.P. & S. In making the recommendations for the appointment of Dr. R. H. H. Goheen as Director-General of the Hospital, the Deputation does so with the firm conviction that difficulties that have existed in the entire field of medical service at Miraj have arisen not from one single cause but from many causes; and in asking that Dr. Goheen assume, as part of the duties, the position now occupied by Dr. Frank as Director of the Hospital, would make it clear that this action is not intended as a criticism of Dr. Frank and Dr. Othneil or of any one connected with'this organisation. It is probable that many of those involved in the work have been mistaken and possibly even misguided in some of the things that have been done and said; and it is quite obvious that the harmony of the Mission and the effectiveness of service and of department are only to be accomplished under the direction of a competent surgeon who is thoroughly acquainted with the situation in India and whose prestige will restore a sense of unity among the different elements of the station. We are conscious that, in asking Dr. Goheen to do this, we are placing upon him not only a very heavy responsibility but are asking him to leave an organisation for which he has been 118 WESTERN INDIA REGIONAL CONFERENCE

so largely responsible and which is very dear to his heart. He was not consulted in the matter, and the Deputation came to this conclusion without even the assurance that he would be able to accept the nomination. However, we are glad to say that we are now making this announcement with his consent and we most earnestly pray that God may so guide him and all those with whom he is to be related that the fullest purposes of Christ may be realised in the conduct of this great organisation for the relieving of the suffering of those about us, and for the guidance of all who come in touch with the organisations unto Him whom we serve and who alone is able to give life eternal. The Deputation was greatly inspired by the splendid work that is being done at the Wanless Memorial Tuberculosis •Sanatorium at Miraj, and is glad to recommend the continuance o f the interdenominational work.

III. Future Developments. Within the last few years, an entirely new feature has been introduced into the conduct of many of the efficient hospitals of the world. We refer to the “ Social W orker.” Like the “ Busi­ ness Manager” the term “ Social Worker” has become technical. Within the department of the social worker many of the service aspects of the hospital are included. It occurs to the Deputation that the peculiar conditions of India offer an unusual opportunity for the introduction of this type of Christian service in connection with a hospital. 1. We recommend that the experiment be tried in con­ nection with Miraj, and that the Mission seek to secure the ap­ pointment of a trained social worker, with the purpose in mind of the application of the social worker technique to Miraj. 2. Reference has been made above to the extension of hospital or medical service to the rural areas. In order that this may be carried out, we recommend that, as soon as financially possible, a motor truck or trucks be secured for service in the rural areas from medical centres in the Western India Mission. 3. In order to make more effective the medical service to rural areas, we recommend that the programmes for medical •development include one or two model community houses that shall be erected in villages for the purpose of social service, under the supervision of the medical director for that area. 4. Modern facilities for transportation and the rapid trend toward specialisation would indicate the necessity for a •concentration of our efforts for the treatment of tuberculosis and leprosy in one designated place for each colony. Such a policy would make possible the use at all times of equipment and new methods of treatment and a greater contribution in the field of research. We, therefore, recommend that this be adopted as a PERSONNEL 119

policy, but that for the present the institutions now maintained for the treatment of these diseases receive necessary support. Note.—This statement with its recommendations was accepted and •adopted by the Conference.

PERSONNEL In addition to the subject of transfers and changes in the personnel as indicated in the statement and recommendations on Medical Work, the following recommendations were passed:

i. Miss Rudolph: We recommend that, in view of the retirement of Miss Con­ nelly, short-term nurse at Miraj, the Mission engage Miss Ruth JRudolph who has been working at Vengurla and who has the language, for a trial period of one year beginning July, I93Q. H er salary is to be met from Board Funds. The necessary per­ mission is to be secured from her Board.

3.. Rev. and Mrs. J. R. Graham: Recommended that Mr. and Mrs. Graham be transferred from Kolhapur and assigned to Sangli station after the period of language study for two years, to major in District and Young People’s Work in preparation for future work in the Theological Seminary at Poona, Mrs. Graham to assist in the Sangli station educational work for girls and wives of pastors and teacher-leaders.

3. Transfers of Nationals: It is understood that Indian Christian workers are subject to transfer just as Anglo-Saxon missionaries are. It is further understood that all transfers, both of Indians and Anglo-Saxons, should be after consultation with the individuals concerned, either in person or by correspondence. Also the following Findings were accepted: I. Recommend that we discuss informally the suggestion of the Portfolio Plan of set-up for the Mission. It will be up for discussion at the final Dehra-Dun Conference. (1) Portfolio of Adult Literacy. (2) Portfolio of Work with the Depressed Classes. (3) Portfolio of Economic Development of the Christian Community. (4) Portfolio of Development of the Christian Home. II. Type of Missionary needed to meet the conditions 111 India to-day in light of nationalism, Government plans, etc. III. Necessary clerical help to release missionaries for more constructive work. 120 WESTERN INDIA REGIONAL CONFERENCE

Emphasis and Distribution of Funds and Personnel between; various forms of work in each area: In connection with Estimates, certain recommendations have been made in the Western India Mission for a shift of funds to educational institutions for Christians, and from educational insti­ tutions for non-Christians to the evangelistic work of the Church which, however, should include literacy education and religious: education. There seems to be a fair adjustment of force between the various types of work as expressed by the terms medical, evan­ gelistic and educational. But within the various groups there- might well be readjustment. It should be possible from those now available to assign either a doctor or a nurse or both for the development of a rural health programme. We recognise the need for an added surgeon and for an added nurse for the medical work with training as social workers. The number of mission­ aries in the educational group is small. We should like to see an added woman sent to the field for work in connection with the Esther Patton School, but with such preparation in Religious Education and in Home Economics that she might also help in the development of a home-life programme through the area. One or two more schools may, within the next few years, have Indian principals thus releasing present missionary principals for more religious education in either the urban or rural field. There may, therefore, be anticipated a smaller number in the educational field after a few years, but the Mission will be the poorer if for that reason it fails to secure a few trained teachers for special portfolios in its evangelistic work. This leads us to the major readjustment we should like to see. Instead of evangelistic workers assigned each to a limited area, we proposed “ portfolio” plan in which each man is a specialist in some line of work, and then makes his specialised knowledge available for wider area than one station— perhaps to a circle of stations, perhaps to the whole Church Council area. The men now on the field probably already have supplementary gifts and by further preparation, either on furlough or by reading and conference and visitation, could be fitted into such a portfolio plan; and that every new evangelistic worker, man or woman, should be chosen for the sake of providing such specialised ser­ vice. Probably the most urgently needed new worker is an evangelist with special preparation for work with youth in rural areas who might be assigned, in the first instance, to the Miraj- Sangli-Islampur field. Note—'This statement with its recommendations and findings was accepted and adopted by the Conference. ESTIMATES 121

ESTIMATES 'Class V : The Western India Mission estimates reveal quite a reduc­ tion in funds for repairs as a result of cuts. The sale of some properties and the increased ability of institutions to carry their own repairs may have balanced the cuts. There is no manifest need for greatly increased funds but this class should not bear .any of the recent cuts. Class VI: This Class makes litde or no provision for secretarial assist­ ance to missionaries. As institutions are Indianised, missionaries will find themselves less free to call upon staff members for a share of their time for such assistance (including help in trans­ lation or in preparation for work in the language). It is re­ commended that Class V I be slightly increased, probably by a transfer of 2% from Class VIII. With the transfer of Class VII, Class V III and Class IX to Church control, the right of transfer from these classes to help out a deficit in Class V I is practically -nullified and the funds in Class V I should be in sound condition before the transfer is effected. Class VII: This Class in comparison with Class VIII seems to be poorly financed. We propose that no share of the Board’s cut be im­ posed on this Class. However, some adjustments seem called for. Itineration funds should be studied and a fair proportion, for an itinerating fund for missionaries as distinct from Indian workers, to be apportioned by the Mission’s Executive as annually needed by the district missionaries, transferred to Mission General Class V II prior to the transfer of Class V II station funds to the -Church Council.

Class VIII: Upon this Class must fall the burden of the Board’s cut (since the 5% to 10% cut on medical work realises only a small release of funds). Certain economies and readjustment of funds will be recommended in the report on education. So far as the •closing of institutions or transfer of institutions to other support are concerned, it may take a year or two to realise free funds. It is proposed that a cut on existing institutions, above primary .grade and which have been approved for continued support, as well as a first reduction on any institutions of similar grade from which support is being withdrawn, care for the Board’s cut. Then, as a second annual reduction on institutions from the sup­ port of which the Mission is withdrawing, funds should be made available for building up the grants to Nipani Community School 122 WESTERN INDIA REGIONAL CONFERENCE

and to the Graham Memorial School of Sangli unless it has; received a grant for the Evangelistic Expansion Fund. A study of other primary schools in the villages might well result in a decrease of supported primary schools of Government- standard. As funds are withdrawn from schools in non-Christian villages, as recommended in the educational report, they should, be transferred to Class V II for teacher-leader schools opened by conducting a school, of less than Government primary school standard, since this latter type of work is regarded as primarily evangelistic work. After the study has been made, the funds, released by the closing of schools, on the basis of the decisions, reached, might be used for scholarship funds for the remaining schools. It is recommended: 1. That except for the T.C .M .S., the net expenditure fo r the Boarding Departments of our schools (apart from overhead) be merged into a Central Scholarship Fund, to be administered’ by a Committee on Scholarship on the basis of need and merit, and be applied to needs for Christian leadership training as well as to academic purposes in whatever school they may be needed- The T.C .M .S. to be excluded from the operation of this principle; also with the proviso that the effect of this be studied in the next fiscal year and that the cut be applied 1940-41. The rules for the administration of the Scholarship Fund" should include certification of ability and character by the princi­ pal and the pastor of the applicant. 2. That the Board be requested to seek from the trustees of Mrs. Kennedy’s estate such modification of the Kodai- kanal bequest as will permit the income to be used toward the education in Woodstock as well as in Kodaikanal of the children: of the missionaries of the Western Indian Mission. That in the meantime, the Board be asked to study the terms of this bequest and determine whether a part of. the- income might be used for the travel of the missionary children- to and from Kodaikanal School. Class IX : »Although the Medical institutional work is so prominent in- the Western India Mission, yet Class IX is not a large fund.. Beyond taking a 5-10% cut, we suggest no reduction but propose that hereafter this total appear not under separate stations but as a mission general fund to be used as absolutely necessary for stabilising medical work temporarily suffering financial embarrass­ ment, but to be chiefly used for furthering rural health projects.. A Finding: The Western India Mission would favour such a readjust­ ment of the Gold and Silver Classes of the appropriations as. PROPERTY 123«

would reduce by two missionaries the Mission’s personnel quota for allocation of recruits and apply the saving to the increase of the Silver Classes. It is understood that the Mission would re­ serve the right to reserve this reduction in personnel quota if the Board should in the future make increased grants to the Silver Classes. Note.—The above statement with its recommendations and findings- was accepted and adopted. The Estimates have accordingly been prepared for 1939-40 to provide somewhat increased funds for Class VI General Treasury; also for meeting a 5% cut for the same year, if the Board finds it necessary to levy it. All of Class VII Itineration has been put into General Treasury Class VII Itineration, and such other changes made as required by changes in location, etc.

PROPERTY Board Holdings: The Board owns property in the Western India Mission having an estimated present value of more than Rs. 17,00,000. This shows an increment in value of approximately Rs. 2,00,000, compared with the original cost of land and buildings. The proportions of property values for the different stations are as follows: Islampur 2-2%o Kodoli 5-7 Kodaikanal 5-4 Kolhapur 16.8 Mahableshwar 1.0 Miraj 3i -3 Nipani 6.5 Panhala i -5 Sangli 6.8 Ratnagiri 5-8 Vengurla. 17.0 100%

Deeds are held for almost all the property. There are be­ tween fifteen and twenty pieces of land for which no papers have been found or which have been gifts without deed; but their total value, probably, would not exceed three or four thousand rupees. In Kolhapur, there are two considerable pieces of land which are held as gifts or leases from the State, namely, the- Hospital property and 45 acres of the Irwin Christian High School property. It has been understood that the former is held on the condidon that the Hospital have a European lady doctor at its head, if possible; and the High School property on the condition that it be used for educational purposes. Property in Vengurla is held under a 45 year lease dating approximately from 1908; Copeland House property, part of the Sanatorium and the entire Leprosarium property are included in this. The Property 124 WESTERN INDIA REGIONAL CONFERENCE

Committee of the Mission is requested to check upon the accuracy o f this statement. .Repair: Most of the property which the Deputation saw is in a good state of repair according to Indian standards. Wood-work and roofs are the most vulnerable parts of buildings in India. It would probably be a wise investment for the Mission to purchase equipment to impregnate under pressure wood used in buildings, using wood preservatives. Waterproof paints used on the walls in places where many hands touch them would make it possible more easily to maintain the appearance of neatness in our institutions, which have a res­ ponsibility to inculcate ideals and habits of cleanliness and order. Hospital buildings in Miraj are in need of attention to bring them up to the Hospital Standard of Neatness. It is suggested that new developments in paint be investigated to this end. Every effort should be made to replace or to dispense with buildings which cannot be easily kept neat and in repair.

Property Records: Efforts should be continued to clarify and complete the records of our property holdings and to obtain the figures desired by the Board regarding original cost, present values, type of holding, and place of deposit of records. The report in hand does not indicate whether transfer of land and registration of deed has been effected in all cases. Care should be taken to secure this and to note the court in which registration has been made. The true copy of deeds for property in each station is to be kept in that station. It is also recommended that there be a revision of the system of numbering the property, indicating the different compounds of a station by Roman numerals (if the compound has been acquired in more than one piece) and the buildings by alpha­ betical letters, doubling the letters if more than 26 buildings are placed on one holding. It is also desirable that the Board be furnished with diagrams of the larger compounds, showing the various holdings and the approximate “location and numbering of buildings. The Board’s record of the photographs of buildings and of additions is far from complete and should be brought up to date. A glossary should be attached to each record furnished the Board when Indian terms for area, etc., are used. Copies of these materials should be furnished to the office of the India Council. It is noted that the Ratnagiri record, especially, is incom­ plete in its notation of sale of Board’s property during recent years. Reference should at least be made to the actions authorising the sale and indicating the area and the price received. PROPERTY 125

Church Properties: The Deputation has been informed of the discussion and controversy regarding the sale of Mission properties in India. It considers that the attitude of the Board has been very fair in this respect. The Board recognises that it is merely the trustee for those property equities which have been established through Indian gifts and contributions, and has agreed to turn them over to the property-holding body of the General Assembly as the Church may ask for them. With regard to church buildings and other property attached to them, the Board, in practice, has gone beyond its obligations. In numerous cases, it has surrendered its own clear legal equity in a gesture of friendship toward the Indian Church; and has agreed to transfer specific Church pro­ perties to the General Assembly, as the congregations concerned have asked for them. The Deputation recommends that the Board continue this policy and, except where the Church buildings form such an integral part of the compound that they cannot easily be separated, agree to the surrender of its equities if the congregation asks it and agrees to maintain the property. In every case the title should be made over to the General Assembly’s property holding corporation. Kolhapur Bazar Property: In line with-the above, the Deputation endorses the action of the Mission and of the India Council asking that the Bazar Property in Kolhapur, which has been used as a place of worship for many years, be sold and that, when the two Churches of Kolhapur are able to unite amicably in one organisation, the proceeds of the sale and a sufficient portion of Compound No. i be applied to the erection of a new and more suitable church building.

Incremental Property Values: The incremental values on properties in the Mission are less than they are sometimes supposed to be. The Deputation recognises that the Church may have a moral, even though not a legal, right to at least a part of these increments in value, especially when the property concerned has been used for the general development of the Church. It would seem, however, that the original values of all except Church properties and the total present value of bungalows and property used for residences of missionaries may validly be claimed by the Church in America for use in such place and in such way as the cause of Christ throughout the world may seem to require. The Mission accepts as a finding the principle that the property increments should be shared with the Indian Church. 126 WESTERN INDIA REGIONAL CONFERENCE

The Deputation recommends, therefore, that, when property other than the residences of missionaries is sold, except when the proceeds are invested in other Mission property in India, one-half of the increment on value be assigned to the Church, and that this be held as a Church Building Loan Fund by the Trust Association of the United Church of Northern India, to be used for Churches within the area of our Missions.

Needed Repairs and Modifications: MIRAJ HOSPITAL AND MEDICAL SCHOOL Various desirable minor repairs have been noted in connec­ tion with the first section of the report. The Deputation has had before it the request for the addition of a third story to the Mofatlal Block of the Miraj Hospital and the assurance of the Board that it will sympathetically consider this need in connection with receipts from property sales in the Western India Mission. 'However, the Deputation has also been conscious of unsatisfactory living conditions among the nurses and students of the Miraj Medical School, which seem to have claim upon our consideration and funds even prior to the acknowledged need relative to the Medical Block. The Deputation, therefore, recommends that the Board assign from the next receipts of property sales in the Western India Mission a sum, to be later determined by the Deputation on the basis of estimates to be prepared and sub­ mitted, for the enlargement of the sanitary arrangements and bath-rooms for the nurses, for the repair of the kitchen of the north mess of the hostel of the Medical School and for putting in proper shape the sanitary arrangements of the Hostel. The deputation also recommends that, if funds should be available from property sales, the Board sympathetically consider the alter­ nate possibilities of the repair of the roof of the Mofatlal Block and of the erection of a third story to serve as protection to the present roof. WANLESS SANATORIUM The rapid growth of the Wanless Sanatorium, far exceeding the highest expectations of those who founded it and even of those who have been largely responsible for its growth, has left on the west side a number of unsighdy and ill-constructed cottages. Because of the growing prestige of the Sanatorium, the cottages being erected at present are. much more substantial and well- planned and their lay-out has been more carefully considered. The Deputation recommends that attention be given to the west side of the Sanatorium compound, that a careful lay-out plan be prepared and that the present buildings be replaced by more permanent and more satisfactory cottages as finances may become available. PROPERTY 127

Preferred Property List: The Deputation has scrutinised the Property List of the Western India Mission. It approves the first two items, but considers that the remaining items should be revised carefully in the light of the recommendations of the Deputation regarding the policies of the Mission. The order of preference should reflect the established policies rather than the desires of individuals or of stations. Note.—This statement with its recommendations and findings was accepted and adopted by the Conference.

Membership of the Conference: I. The Board’s Deputation consisting. of the following members: 1. Rev. J. L. Dodds, D.D. 2. Miss Gertrude Schultz. 3. Miss Margaret Frame 4. Rev. E. A. Odell, D.D. 5. Rev. P. K. Emmons, D.D. 6. Rev. J. B. Weir, D.D., Ph.D. II. According to the India CouncilAction taken at the Annual Meeting, Dehra Dun, December 2-10, 1938, the member­ ship of the Western India Regional Conference was as follows: 1. The Mission’s Executive Committee: (i) Mr. J. L. Goheen, LL.D. (ii) Rev. M. W. Strahler. (iii) Mr. R. H. H. Goheen, M.D. (iv) Miss B. H. Freeman. (v) Rev. H. K. Wright. 2. The two Western India Mission members of the India Council: (Included in the above). 3. Two Indian members of each Departmental Com­ mittee, selected by the Executive Committee. Evangelistic Committee: (i) Rev. V. A. Satralkar. (ii) Rev. M. N. Raste.

Educational Committee: (i) Mr. G. V. Moses. (ii) Miss Rachel Mathen.

Medical Committee: (i) Dr. A. L. Jadhav. (ii) Dr. S. D. Arawattigi. 128 WESTERN INDIA REGIONAL CONFERENCE

4. Nine Missionaries selected by the Executive Com­ mittee : Dr. R. C. Richardson,* Mr. H. W. Brown, Rev. W. H. Lyon, Rev. F. O. Conser, Miss V. S. Strobridge, Dr. T. M. Frank, Miss A. R. Meuttmann, Mr. J. C. Kincaid and Miss M. Craig. A *Dr. R. C. Richardson could not be present owing to illness and Mrs. J. L. Goheen was appointed by the Execu­ tive Committee to serve as substitute for him.

The Rev. J. Reid Graham and Mrs. J. L. Goheen were consultative members of the Conference, the former being appointed to serve in the capacity of clerk. 5. The two delegates from the North India Missions were, Punjab, Rev. H. A. Widock; North India, Rev. C. H. Hazlett; these two having been ap­ pointed by the India Council. Indian Delegates elected by the Regional Conference to the Final Conference, Dehra Dun, March 2 2 -2 5 , T939 : 1. R ev. V. A . S a t r a lk a r 2. D r. A . L . Jad h av

J. R . G r ah a m , J. B. W e ir, Cler\. Chairman. Estimates for 1939-40

AHMEDNAGAR

A B C Class I (a) Rev. H. K. Wright (1915) ... $r,i28 Mrs. H. K. Wright (1936) 756 1,884 (b) Lydia F. Wright (Aug. 7, 1926) 336 Theodore R. F. Wright (Apr. 10, 1928) 240 576

Total $2,460 $2,460

Class II (b) Children’s Allowances— Alice K. Wright (Aug. 18, 1920) $456 Mary A. Wright (Oct. 25, 1922) 336 792 (c) Travel and Freight— Rev. H. K. and Mrs. Wright 900 Lydia and Theodore Wright 900 1,800 (d) Travel Allowance— Rev. and Mrs. H. K. Wright 120 120

Total $2,712 $2,712

Summary—Ahmedna gar Class I $2,460 $2,460 Class II 2,712 2,712

Total $ 5’T72 $5,172

ISLAMPUR Class I (a) Rev. W. H. Lyon (iqi8) ... $1,128 Mrs. W. H. Lyon (^ iS ) ... 756 T. M. Frank, M.D. (1Q28) ... 1.128 Mrs. T. M. Frank (1928) ... 756

Total $3768 $3,768 130 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [ 1 9 3 8

A D (b) Cameron K. Lyon (July 23, 1923) $336 Wilbur H„. Lyon (Nov. 8, 1924) 336 Lois D. Lyon (Nov. 16, 1928) 240 Dorothy M. Lyon (Sept. 24, 1931) 240 David Frank (Sept. 17, J933) 240 Mary L. Frank (July 21, .1935) 120 Marjorie Frank (Oct. 25, r938)

Total $1,632 ' $1,632

Class VII (c) Shankari-av J. Tivade RI80 180, (d) Nanabai Ranabhise 132 Baizabai Pawar 132 Estherbai Lokhande 120 120 120 (/) Itineration (229 G.T.) Provident Fund Bonus :: 48

Total R612 120 492 300

Class VIII (b) Village Schools— Kapuskhed, Shankar K. Jadhav R264 Urun, Jinnappa B. Kamble 180 Bhivaji B. Chopade 150 Phipiri, Bapuji T. Pandhare 228 Bilashi, Abbaji K. Kamble 204 Kapari, Yoseph R. Ranbhise: 180 Upavala, Govindrav Jadhav 204 Provident Fund Bonus 72 Receipts on the Field 26

Total . £1,482 26 1,456 Less 2% cut for Class VII .. 29

1,427

—Islampur Class I $5,400 $5,400

Class VII ■R612 120 492 300 Class VIII 1,482 26 1,456

Total £ 2 ,0 9 4 146 1,948 300 1938 WESTERN7 INDIA MISSION 131

KODOLI A BCD Class I (a) Salaries— Rev. H. G. Howard (1907) $942 Rev. R.; A. Wilson (1932) ... 564 Mrs. R. A. Wilson (1932) ... 378 Mr. J. C. Kincaid (1926) ... 47 Mrs. J. C. Kincaid (1925) ... 32 i,963 (b) Children’s Allowances— Robert F. Wilson (Mar. 11, 1935) ... 60 John A. Wilson (July 20, 1937) ' ... 60 Martha L. Kincaid (Sept. 7, 1928) ... 10 David R. Kincaid (Aug. 13, 1931) ... 10 Nell C. Kincaid (Sept. 25, 1936) ... 5 M5 Total ... $2.108 $2,108

Class II (a) Home Allowances— Mrs. H. G. Howard ... $1,200 Rev. and Mrs. R. A. Wilson 1,050 Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Kincaid 2,012 4.262

(b) Children’s Allowances— Robert F. Wilson 60 John A. Wilson 60 Martha L. Kincaid 230 David R. Kincaid 230 Nell C. Kincaid 695

(c) Freight and Travel— Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Kincaid 900 Martha L. Kincaid 225 David R. Kincaid 225 Nell C. Kincaid 112 Rev. H. G. Howard (U.S.A. to India) 450 Rev. and Mrs. R. A. .Vilson (U.S.A. to India) 900 Robert F. Wilson (U.S.A. to India) 225 John A. Wilson 112 3,149 132 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [1938

D (d) Travel Allowance— Rev. and Mrs. R. A. Wilson 120 Rev. H. G. Howard ... 60 Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Kincaid 120 300

Total ... $8,406 $8,406

Class VII (r) Sugandhrav B. Panhalkar £384 Chillappa Y. Gaikwad 180 Shravanrav P. Kadam 272 836 (d) Kaynabai V. Gaikwad 216 "Sarjabai Pawar 108 Haranabai Selan *44 Sundarabai B. Ranbhisi (pension) 36 5°4 (/) Itineration (213 G.T. VII) Prov. Fund Bonus 75 75

Total £ 1,4 15 M *5

Class VIII (a) Kodoli Community Middle School Staff— S. N. Ranbhise . R348 V. R. Bhalarao 408 Valubai G. Chopade 250 Ratnamalabai B. Ranbhise 250 Draupadabai T. Samudre ... 192 SLantabai G. Sorte 168 Balavant K. Lokhande 250 Shevantibai I. Samudre 192 Banubai G. Pandhare 192 Shankar Chopade 192 Chandrikabai S. Chopade ... 207 English Teacher 192 D. A. Dhumale 276 Moses D. Chopade 228 K F. Bonus 120 Supplies & Misc. Exp. 380 Boarding Dept. Staff 700 Dormitory Expenses 500 Diet, 100 pupils 2,500 Fees 1,000 Contributions 268 Prevocational staff 480- 500 1,250

Total * 7>545 1,268 6,277 2,230- 1938] WESTERN INDIA MISSION 133

A B C D v Class VIII I Less 10% for Board’s reduction 628

5»649 (b) Village Schools— Aitavadi Khurd, Bhiva S. Chandane £180 Kapshi, Dhondubai A. Kale 180 Manpadle, lshwara D. Waghmare 180 Sarud, Ramji P. Kale r8o Talsanda, Sayappa Rukadikar 192 Yalur, Krishna D. Kale 216 Borpadle, Shankar L. Samudre 96 Grant-in-aid, Yelur & Aitvade 100 Contributions 213 4 additional schools 720 P. F. Bonus 71

Total £1,295 3 I3 9^2 720

Less 2% for Class VII ... 20

962

Summary—Kodoli Class I ... $2,108 $2,108 Class II ... 8,406 8,406

Total ... $10,514 $10,514

Class VII ... £ 1,4 15 1,415 Class VIII ... 8,840 1,581 7,259 2,950

Total ... £10,255 T,58r 8,674 2,950

KOLHAPUR Class I (a) Mrs. C. O. Simpson (1905) (10 mos.) ... $864 Miss Clara Seiler (1909) (2 mos.) ... 173 134 WESTERN INDIA MISSION

A D Rev. M. W. Strahler (1913) 1 .1 2 8 Mrs. M. W. Strahler (1913) 756 Rev., J. E. Napp (1916) I, £28 Mrs. J. E. Napp (1916) 756 Miss Norma Dunning (1930) M.D. 942 Miss Florence Schafer (1921) 942 Rev. J. R. Graham (1937) 7 .1 2 8 Mrs. J. R. Graham (1937) ... 7=/'

(b) Children’s Allowance— Alice Jane Graham (Mar. 29, 1938) (c) Language Study Rev. & Mrs. J. R. Graham (Rs. 200) 145

Class II (a) Home Allowance— Miss C. L. Seiler (9 mos.) ... 900 Mrs. C. O. Simpson (2 mos.) 200

{b) Children’s Allowances— John R. Napp (Jan. 10, 1919) (9 mos.) ... 342 •James M. Napp (Jan. 29, 1921) ... 456 Mary Ellen Napp (Jan. 14, 1923) ... 368 (9 mos. at 336, 3 mos. at 456) (c) Travel and Freight— Mrs. C- O. Simpson ... 450 Miss C. L. Seiler ... 450

(d) Travel Allowance— Mrs. C. O. Simpson 60 Miss C. L. Seiler ... 60 3.286

Total Classes I & II ... $12,124 $12,124

Class VII (a) The Rev. A. N. Khabade ... R624 (c) Anand S. Kurane 240 Dadoba Khade 216 One to be appointed 180 (d) Watsalabai Temgiri 216 Walubai Panhalkar 96 Itineration (460 G.T. VII) ... 1938] WESTERN INDIA MISSION 135

A B C D (e) Tayappa L. Airekar ... 180 108 Sumantrao Panhalkar ... 84 Book Room ... 500 500

Total ... £2,336 608 1,728

Class V ili

R. Math en 1,140 Champabai Kabade 768 Estherbai Khabade 480 S. D. Kulkarni 816 K. G. Bhagawat 564 J. A. Paragaokar 564 Angelinabai Adhav 53k Malanbai Kodet 30° Ratnamalabai Gaikawad 276 Hirabai Chopade 300 Harabai Jadhav 256 Tanubai Chopade 216 Gracebai Gaikawad 240 Manoramabai Gaikawad 528 Zaibai James 300 New teacher 288 Narayanrao Bhave 192 Music teacher 108 Staff of Attendants : Baburao Mithari 2X6 Ramji Banage 168 Gandharabai Bhosale 84 Two Cooks 156 Ambikabai 48 Other Expenses : Dhobie 120 Gardener 96 Allowance to Principal ... 168 Clerk 240 Provident. Fund 420 Pension 60 Food 2,500 Light 340 Bedding 100 Clothing 180 Fuel 250 Soap and oil ... 250 Sports ... 100 Librarv ... 250 Miscellaneous expenses ... xoo Books for orphans ... 160 Equipment ... 116 136 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [1938

A B D Fees ... 2,500 State Grant ... 1,500

Total ... £12,246 4,000 8,246 1,548 Less 10% for Board’s reduction ... 825

7.421

Irwin Christian High School— Madhav C. Gorde ... £1,584 K. J. Joseph 1,152 Cherian K. Koshy 1,020 S. V. Burle 960 Govind H. Dalave 876 Sakharam R. Pandi; 648 G. B. Joshi 528 Jiwanrao Kamble 528 Shahu T. Chopade 288 Jayawant A. Thorat 336 N. R. Desai 240 A. D. Hadaff 180 M. S. Lokhande 288 Anand N. Gaikawad 288 N. S. Shinde 2x6 D. G. Patel [80 Assistants : M. G. Dhanawade 360 Clerk 120 Jinappa Kadam, Mali 120 Dasarath Powar, Mali 180 Provident Fund 300 Boarding: Food and light, etc. 2,106 Supplies 871 Technical fees 180 Compound 553 r,2ii Fees 6,969

Total .. £14,102 8,180 5,922 Less 10% for Board’s reduction 592

5.330

[II City Schools— Lahu S. Chougale .. £282 Hambira R. Tivade 228 Sundarabai K. Lokhande .. 162 I 938J WESTERN INDIA MISSION 137

A D Gaurabai Pandit 162 Tarabai S. Lokhare 120

954 Her la District: Vishram S. Borde 259 David Dhanavade 108 Herla teacher 180 Ramakant Y. Dhanavade 192 Tanoba Saylekar 60 Vinaik San tu 84

883 Vadgao District: , Daduba K. Bhosale 168 Krishna Y. Dhanavade Sidaram B. Shinde 156 Yemaji C. Mane 156 Bapu Savalappa 84

802 Porla-Mazgao District: Krishna S. Gaikwad 156 Sripati Ramaji 84 Bapu N. Jadhav 156 Kundalik Samudre 180 Kondiram Kurane 120 Dattu Dabhade 60

756 Travel Expenses 269

3,664 3,664

Less 20/, cut for Class VII 73

3.591 Alice Home: 2,150 4SI 1.719 Less 2% cut for Class VII 34

1,685

Class IX (a) The Mary Wartless Hospital Assistants : Dr. M. Timothy ... R t,o2o Malanbai Thomas ... 300 Laboratory Technician ... 240 Operating room nurse ... 480 138 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [ 1 9 3 8

A D 3 Graduate nurses 1,296 1 Graduate nurse 360 3 Practical nurses 720 Mattant Ghatge, Clerk 216 Gardener and Watchman ... 192 Stretcher carrier 144 Samuel Avade, Mechanic ... 240 Chandrabai, Nurses’ cook ... 180 6 Ward ayahs 792 Tailor (part time) 144 Sweeper 180 Other Expenses : Medicines 6,000 Laundry 600 Water n o Electricity 600 Supplies 1,000 Motor Car 35° Repairs 200 Miscellaneous 400 Provident Fund 240 Fees and Rent ,651

Total ... £16,004 13)651 2>353 Less 10% for Board’s reduc­ tion ... 235

i,nt

Summary—Kolhapur Class I ... $8,838 $8,838 Class II ... 3.286 3,286

Class VII ... £2,336 608 1,728 Class VIII ... 32,162 12,611 19,551 Class IX ... 16,004 13,651 2,353

Total ... £50,502 26,870 23,632

MIRAJ

Class I (a) R. C. Richardson (1901) ... $1,128 Mrs. R. C. Richardson (1901) ... 756 Miss B. H. Freeman (1925) 942 W. M. G. Jones (1926) ... 282 Mrs. Jones (1926) ... 189 I93ÖJ WESTERN INDIA MISSION 139

A C D Miss A. R. Meuttman (1928) 1,036 Miss M. C. Richardson (1928) 942 Miss M. Craig (1930) 942 L. B. Carruthers (1931) 1,128 Mrs. Carruthers (1931) 756 Substitute for Dr. Orr 1,128 Mrs. Orr 756 R. H. H. Goheen (1905) ... 1,128 Mrs. R. H. H. Goheen (1905) 756 11,869 V. F. Carruthers (25-10-30) ... 240 Bruce Carruthers (7-5-33) ... 120 360

Total $12,229 $12,229

Class II (a) Dr. and Mrs. Jones $1,400 $1,400 (b) Nancy Jones (5-11-28) 240 Peter Jones (27-10-30) 240 Judith Jones (18-4-32) 120 Sarah P. Jones (18-2-36) 120 Robert F. Goheen (Aug 16, 1919) 456 1 , 176 (c) Dr. and Mrs. Jones 900 Nancy Jones 225 Peter Jones 225 Judith Jones --5 Sarah Jones 225 1,800 (d) Dr. and Mrs. Jones 120 120

Total ... $4,496 $4,496

Class VII (c) S. M. Tupelelu £360 P. J. Mohite 3 36 V. A. Hewali 360 360 696 Virappa Chikop 204 204 (d) Sunderabai Pacharne 3° ° Tarabai Gaekawad 192 Davabai Tupelulu ]68 Namrethabai Mohite 206 To be appointed 35 833 Provident Fund Bonus 96 (/) Itineration (306 G.T. VII) 164 (g) Sadoba S. Dhale 216 216 Krishna S. Satvekar 216 216 Colpotage 265 220 45

Total £2,954 1,164 1,790 140 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [1938 A B D Class VIII (b) J. K. Uzagare R 312 Persu Jadhav 108 P. A. Hewali 384 P. K. Londhe 204 D. T. Londhe 216 W . S. Soundade 204 D. B. Thorat 336 H. A. Holkar 240 C. J. Ozagare 108 Sahadu Dnyanoba 77 Expenses—all schools 50 2,137 Rent 48 Provident Fund Bonus 63 63 Grant-in-aid 150

Total £2,350 213 2,137 Less 2 % cut for Class VII ... 43 2,094

E,.¡mates tor 1939 of Miraj Hospital and o ^ u .i o m based on actual recurring expenses from September 1937 to August 1938.

N 0te: —These estimates are made with 10% cut in salaries of those who get over Rs. 20.

Class IX Medical Assistants: Miss E. E. Connelly £2,590 Dr. O. I. Devadatta 2,700 1,512 Dr. S. D. Arawattigi n 0 „ W. O. Airan 1,188 „ D. P. Gorde 918 „ W . A. Cecil 918 „ Wesley 606 „ M. Ranabhise 594 „ M. Gaikawad 594 „ Lokhande 594 „ Bhambal 594 „ Karandikar 594 „ Mathai 594 „ Charles 594 „ Bhaskar 594 „ Bhidari 594 „ Scholarships for Medical students 960 Medical school salaries 3,040 4,000 19,778 Office Assistants: i-93 8 J WESTERN INDIA MISSION 141 D Mr. B. P. Gorde „ V. L. Mulkawad „ A. N. D ’Souza t 1,602 Engineering Assistants: Mr. S. Smith 1,980 Evangelists: Through Dr. R. C. Richard­ son 720 Through Miss B. Freeman 281 1,001 Laboratory Technician: Mr. Baburao Shinde 346 346 Compounders: Mr. B. G. Pawar (Pension) 300 „ N. R. Kamble 551 i, S. S. Ranabhise 551 1,402 Male and Female Nurses (These or others to take their places) : Mr. S. T. Herlekar 3% „ Philip Dhanjibhai 389 „ Madhav Dabhade 389 „ S- R- Gadekar 389 „ P. J. Thomas 389 „ N. V. Ohol 389 „ L. K. Nelson 389 „ C. I. Soans 324 „ David Gohil 324 „ Bhaskar Gaikawad 281 „ An and Chopade 281 „ K. C. Daniel 281 „ Dadu Chopade 281 „ M. Christidas 281 „ Katta Narasinhnam 281 ,, Baburao Ulse 240 Miss Kripabai Chopade 389 ,, Sundarabai Herlekar 389 ,, Rebecca Kshirsagar 324 „ Manjulabai Jadhav 281 Mrs. Suvartabai Thomas 281 Miss Shantabai Chougule 281 „ Sonubai Dhanawade 281 „ Lilavatibai Chopade 281 „ Sarabai Chougule 281 i i Senior student nurses at Rs. 15 per mensem each 1,980 45 Junior student nurses at Rs. 13 per mensem each 7,020 17,085 Servants: 1 Electrician and Engine- driver 492 d 142 WESTERN INDIA MISSION L1938

A C D 2 Motor drivers and electn. 75° 1 Fireman for steam boiler 204 4 Sweepers for hospital 04b 1 Sweeper for hostel and Assts. 144 1 Sweeper for cottages x44 2 Mason painter and his helper 456 1 Water coolie 168 2 Dispensary orderlies 3«4 2 Night watch-men 288 x Peon 144 1 Compound sweeper 144 2 Washermen in Laundry ... 429 1 Convalescent Home orderly 180 2 Office orderlies 312 2 Carpenter and his helper 444 1 Mali (Gardener) 144

2 Physiotherapy orderlies ... 10 OC oc 2 Laboratory orderlies 252 3 Tailors and Shimpi girl ... 792 , 3 Cooks for male nurses ... 276 2 Cooks for female nurses 300 20 Warders & Op. Room orderlies 3>5°4 14 Female Warders 2,088 20 Coolies and others for Eng. Department 2,880 15,861 Medicines 18,000 l8 ,0 0 0 Hospital supplies 7,000 Dietary 6,000 Repair upkeep 4,000 Travel Motors 1,500 Laundry 1,000 Administrative 3,500 Engineering 9,500 Provident Fund 3,000 Nursing School 1.750 Nursing care 1,500 Equipment 3,000 Sundries 2,500 Miss E. E. Connelly, travel 1,500 45>75°

OUT-STATIONS Vita— (a) Dr. R. D. Hombal ... R810 Mr. V. N . Kamble ... 292 Servants ... 228 i>330 1938] WESTERN INDIA MISSION 143

D (b) Medicines (to be purchased by Dr. Hombal) (c) Expenses (to be met by Dr. Hombal)

Ashta— (a) Dr. S. Gorde ... 1,296 Mr. Shankarrao Pagar ... 270 „ J. P. Gorde ... 240 „ R. B. Gorde ... 240 Servants ... 252 2,298 (b) Mecjicines (to be purchased by Dr. Gorde) (

K od o li- (#) Dr. Y. S. Salve 918 Mr. Shahu Panhalkar 240 Nurse Shewanti Chopade . 216 Servants 420 1,794 (b) Medicines (to be purchased by Dr. Salve) (c) Expenses (to be met by Dr. Salve)

N ipani— (b) Dr. A. L. Jadhav Mr. Laxmanrao Chopade To be Mrs. Sundara- paid by bai Hiwale Nipani Servants Church (c) Medicines (d) Expenses

Summary, Class IX, Miraj Hospital and Out-Stations

(a) Salaries, Miraj Hospital and Medical School £59,055 Salaries and Out-stations 5,422 (b) Medicines, Miraj Hospital 18,000 (c) Expenses, Miraj Hospital 45.750 128,227 144 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [1938

A D

Summary—Miraj Class I ... $12,229 12,229 Class II ... 4,496 4,496

Total $16,725 $16,725

Class VII *2,954 1,164 1,79° Class VIII 2,350 o213 2,i37 Class IX 1,28,227 1,28,227

Total fci’33.531 1,29,604 3,927

NIPANI Class I (a) Rev. David B. Updegraff (1907) $1,128 Mrs. D. B. Updegraff (1915 756 (b) Richard Updegraff (October 4, 1928) 240 2,124

Total $2,124 $2,124

Class II (a) Miss V. Strobridge $1,200 (b) Ann Taylor Updegraff (July 14, 1920) 456 Elizabeth Atherton Upde­ graff (March 2, 1924) ... 336 (c) Miss V. Strobridge 450 (d) Miss V. Strobridge 60 2,502

Total $2,502 $2,502

Class VII (a) Rev. Subhanrao N. Kale *420 60 360 (b) Elia S. Balekundri 336 336 (c) Jinappa T . Kadam 312 312 (d) Bible-woman 216 216 (f) Itineration (400 G.T. VII) (g) Other work 50 50 Provident Fund 62 62

Total *1,396 122 1,274 1938] WESTERN INDIA MISSION 145

A B C D Class VIII (a) Gram Sevak Shala Teachers: 24 Sripati S. Samudre R336 Lagmana B. Jadhav 228 Nana B. Shende 216 Gopal T. Jayakar 180 Hostel: Cook for boys 108 Lamibai Mane, Girls’ Matron 84 Food for 42 boys and girls i >550 School supplies and misc. 300 100 Receipts: Fees 450 Gifts from U.S.A. 1,012 Govt, grant 300 Receipts in India i, 140

Total £3,002 2,902 100 24

Class VIII (b) Day Schools: Lafayette School, Pandu K. Gujar * 324 Dhor Vada, Shankar L. Phappe 204 Shirgaon, Dhondo T. Kothavale Valki, Krishna R. Kokate ... Hamidvada, Krishna T. Kurne 156 Yadurvadi, Ramachandra S. Biranji 240 Expenses, Six Schools 30 (

Total £1,736 442 1,294 Less 2% cut for Class VII ... 30

1,264

Class IX (c) Lafayette Hospital £495 495 146 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [1938

A B C D

Summary—Nipani Class I ... $2,124 $2,124 Class II ... 2,502 2,502

Total ... $4,626 $4,626

Class VII ... £1,396 122 1,274 Class VIII ... 4,738 3,344 1,394 24 Class X 495 495

£6,629 3,466 3,163 24

RATNAGIRI Class VII (a) Rev. V. A. Satralkar ... £1,440 (r) Yeshuantrav A. Kolhapurkar 288 Lazarusrav R. Ahi ... 288 (d) Rajasbai Gaikwad ... 108 Janabai M. Harlakar ... 120 (/) Itineration (252 to G. T. VII) P. F. Bonus ... 100 Appropriation (1,098 + 1,286 4- 256 - 144) 2,344

Total ... £2,344 2'344

Class VIII (a) Theodore Carter Memorial School— A. S. Chavan £720 Anand K. Jadhav 288 Daniel Y. Gaikwad 252 Shankar S. Kamble 216 Kashibai R. Shinde 156 Dina M. Satvakar 156 Gangabai R. Pawar 144 Supplies 200 Home Dept. 2,ooq IOC Grant-in-aid 235 Fees and other receipts 429 P. F. Bonus 88

Total £4,220 764 3,456 1 9 3 8 ] WESTERN INDIA. MISSION 147

A B C D Pittsburg Widows’ Home ... 300 300 Less 2% for Class VII ... 6

294

(b) Village Schools— Bhau M. Satvekar, Tivri- Medhi ... £288 Namaji L. Satvekar, Devrukh ... 2S8 Piraji M. Satvekar, Dabhole 288 Samuel S. Pawar, Pali ... 288 Sumitra R. Watharkar ... 144 John R. Pandit, Ambashet 288 Bodak N. Samable, Peth- Killa ... 152 Grant-in-aid ... 300 School Expenses ... 181 P. F. Bonus ... h i Appropriation (1,984-256 to VII) ... 1,728

Total ... £2,028 300 1,728

Summary—Ratna giri

Class VII ... £2,344 2,344 Class VIII ... 6,548 1,064 5>484

Total ... £8,892 1,064 7.828

*(3 ,8 12 + 14 4 -5 0 0 = 3,456)

SANGLI •Class I Miss Grace L. Enright (1902) $1,036 Dr. John L. Goheen (1911) 1,128 Mrs. J. L. Goheen (1911) ... 756 Mr. Harry W. Brown (1916) 1,128 Mrs. H. W. Brown (1916) ... 756 4,804 O Total $4,804 bo -ft -U 148 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [1938

D Class II (b) Patricia L. Goheen (Nov. 8, 1919) Andrew C. Goheen (Sept. 24, 1922) 456 Ruth A. Brown (March 20, 1919) 456 Mary C. Brown (May 26, 1920) 456 1,824

Total $1,824 $1,824

Class VII (a) Rev. Tatoba Pandre £249 (c) Jiv. G. Tivade 249 Nar. S. Bhore 249 Dny. P. Ghatge 249 Nam. D. Pandhare 215 Vin. S. Shinde 162 (d) Est. Londhe 183 10 Phul Gaikwad 96 96 Jam. Natu 132 13= Day. Kamble 108 108 Sar. Ghatge 72 1 - Prit. Malap 168 38 Palakabai Kamble 108 108 Provident Fund 124 124 (f) Itineration (G.T. Class VII 130) (g) Colporteurs: Krishna B. Ghatge 120 120 Tat. B. Bhore 120 120

Total £2,604 928 1,676

Class VIII (b) Sangli Kindergarten and Primary School: Jayantibai S. Hazare R85 155 Tarabai E. Banijawadkar 120 Kalappa, Gardener, Half time 90 Teacher to be appointed 216 Supplies 80 Fees 60 Provident Fund 31

Total ... R85 60 25 692 1938] WESTERN INDIA MISSION 149

A B C D (a) Sangli Industrial and Agri­ cultural School: Office: D. M. Chhatre, Clerk R360 School : S. V. Hazare, Business agent and teacher 345 ® ° ° T. K. Avale, Headmaster 298 D. P. Waghmare, teacher ... 252 Gardener, half-time 90 Supplies 100 Trades 500 E. J. Banijwadkar, Shop clerk 240 Agriculture and poultry 1,500 1,200 D. C. Bhosale, Farm manager 216 A. D. Dhanavade, Poultry man 27O Extension 1,000 1,540 A. D. Phansopkar, Extension W. Carpentry 1,000 800 R. K. Shek 270 Masonry 800 1,200 B. N. Shirgaonkar 238 Mechanics 1,200 1,500 N. K. Chopade Tailoring S. B. Avale 24O Prov. Fund 256 256 Boarding—Food, Fuel, Lights 2,220 1,200 5OO

Total £12,575 8,296 4,279 1,800 Less 10% cut 428

3>85!

Graham Memorial Girls’ School: Avadibai Baker, Matron, teacher £362 Books and clothing 140 Boarding—food, fuel, etc. ... 407 400 Fees 79 Provident Fund Bonus T9

Total £928 79 849 400 Less 2% cut for Class VII ... 17

832 150 WESTERN INDIA MISSION I 938

A B C D Village Day Schools: Digraz: S. R. Londhe ... £18 3 Nimane: Dny. M. Pandhare 194 Yedrav: Gov. N. Kurne ... 183 Umalwad : Kondi K. Avale 216 Shirol: Mayappa P. Name 173 Kumbhoz: Shankar N. Ghatge ... 183 Kothali: Ram. T. Tivade 150 Narande: Satu A. Ghatge ... 150 Sangli ... 150 Kavatha Piran ... 183 Savdaz ... 150 Travel of teachers and Inspector ... 101 Inspector and New schools: 216 350 Gifts 117 Provident Fund Bonus ... 75

Total £-2,307 117 2,190 350 Less 2% cut for Class VII ... 44

2,146

Summary—Sangli

Class I $4,804 $4,804 Class II 1,824 1,824

Total $6,628 $6,628

Class VII £2,604 928 1,676 Class VIII 15.895 8,552 7.343 3,242

Total £18,499 9,480 9,019 3.242

VENGURLA Class I (a) Salaries— Miss L. F. Froese (1920) ... $1,036 Miss M. M. Krug (1931) ... 1,036 Rev. F. O. Conser (1923) ... 1,128 Mrs. F. O. Conser (1923) ... 756 Steuart Fulton, M.D. (1937) 1,128 Mrs. Stewart Fulton (1937) 756 (b) Children’s Allowances— Helen B. Conser (Feb. 12, 1924) ... 336 1938] WESTERN INDIA MISSION 151

A D Bowen B. Conser (Nov. 9, 193°) 240 Forrest Conser, Jr. (Jan. 12, ’33) 240 Carrie Jane Conser (Apr. I2> ’35) 120 936 (a) Language Study: Mrs. Stewart Fulton 5° 50

Total $6,826 $6,826

Class II Dorothy Lucile Conser (January 4, 1922) $456 $ 456

Total $456 $456

Class VII Men Evangelists : P. T. Dethe £300 V. L. Ranabhise 360 660 Women Evangelists: Truptibai Waghmare 216 Second Bible woman 120 336 Itineration (500 G. T. Class VII) Other Work : Col portage 150 150 Fellowship House: Secretary 120 Caretaker 84 Expenses 40 244 40 204 Provident Fund 6 6 Rents / - 72 Equipment cc Total £1.468 190 ri

Class VIII (b) Primary Schools : Ansur Ramachandra M. Gawde £300 Hari D. Kale 240 Parab Wada : Ariun L. Kamble 264 Hanamant K. Dhanawade ... 276 Bhat Wadi : Mary Hiwale 216 152 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [1938

A B C D Sushila A. More 216 Provident Fund (VIII) 96 Expenses, Schools 75 961 722 Grants Kindergarten, Rents for schools, Ansur 24 Parab Wada 30 54

Total .. £1,737 961 776 Less 2% cut of 1,021 for Class VII 20

756

Class VIII {b) Mission High School, Vengurla: G. V. Moses £2,448 U. W. Kamat 1,008 M. P. Mathai 1,200 R. N. Pethe 780 Mrs. R. H. Smith 660 G. K. Ohol 540 V. S. Chitnis 412 V. S. Dabholkar 346 M. A. Thakur 336 C. C. Gorde 288 N. V. Ogale 240 A. D. Parab 216 M. M. D ’Souza 168 Librarian

Dr. Materials Sports Furniture Books and Lab. Contingencies Provident Fund

800 (d) New teacher to teaching additional subjects Income: * School Fees 3,500 Drawing 125 Fee Grant 1,000 Government Grant 2,470 Mission Grant (200 deducted) 2,467

Total ... £9,562 7,095 2,467 I 938J WESTERN INDIA MISSION 153

A D Class IX St. Luke’s Hospital, Vengurla : Assistants : Dr. Chacko Cherian R960 „ Livingstone 900 „ Mathai 540 „ M. M. Thakore 765 „ M. Abraham, Dentai 540 3.705 Evangelists : J. B. Ghorpade 360 360 Office: H. B. Shelte 576 H. S. Zantye 480 G. N. Pethe 420 D. N. Makwan 360 D. C. D ’Souza 360 2,196 Compounders : S. B. Pandit 372 B. C. Powar 348 A. C. Hivale 240 Technicians : M. Mahilal 360 To be appointed 300 1,620 Staff Nurses : Sara Patole 432 Sulochanal Zadhav 432 Suvarnamala Chopade 432 Mrs. Abraham 432 Irene D ’Souza 432 Sulochana Chopade 312 2,472 Health Visitor : Suniti Bhosle 552 Other Nurses : P. V. Hazare 384 J. A. D ’Souza 348 V. P. Palhar 288 K. P. Palkar 216 Baya Ranabhise 264 Saru D. Salve 216 2,268 Nursing School : Juniors 10 1,200 Seniors 10 1,880 3,080 Dietary Staff : Matron 540 6 Cooks i,44° 5 Helpers 600 2,580 Engineers and Carpenters : 2 Qualified 1,800 5 Unqualified 1,900 Ambulance 750 WESTERN INDIA MISSION

A B Laundry men 1,200 5,650 Peons and Sweepers 2,880 2,880 (b) Medicine 10,000 10,000 (c) Expenses: Food 20,000 Repairs 4,200 Fuel 1,800 Machinery and app. 3,200 Miscellaneous 3,989 33>i89 Reserve Fund 5,000 5,000 Provident Fund 1,080 1,080

Total ... £76,080 76,080

Summary—Y en gurla Class I ... $6,826 $6,826 Class II 456 456

Total ... $7,282 $7,282

Class VII £1,468 190 1,278 Class VIII ... 11,299 8,056 3.243 Class IX 76,080 76,080

Total ... £88,847 84,326 4,521

GENERAL TREASURY Class V (a) Repairs £5,946 (b) Taxes 2,000 (c) Attendants: Isl. 2401 Kod. 120 Rat. 96 I Pal. TI4 i Mir. 78 Mah. 192 Pan. 192 Kod. 6x5 Rent Receipts h777

Total * 9.593 1.777 7>Sl6

Class VI (a) Mission Meetings ... *£500 (b) Printing Minutes ... 200 . (c) Stationery & Postage ... 480 1938J WESTERN INDIA MISSION 155

D (d) Medical Allowance 1,000 (e) Sanatorium: R. Goheen 200 3>425 2.475 Richardson 200 Strahler 300 Updegraff 250 950 Wright 300 Jones 350 Conser 350 Lyon 350 1,350 J. Napp Misses Froese, Krug, Connelly, Freeman, Craig, Schafer, En­ right, Richardson, Rs. 125x9 = 1,125 (/) Committees 500 (g) Transfers 200 (/;) Treas. Office and Audit 300 Exec. Secy. Clerk & Office 700

Total * 7.305 2,475 4.830

Class VII Bombay Rep. Ch. Council ... *3 5 Refresher Course (38139) ... 100 Dnyanodaya 300 Bombay Book and Tract S. 100 United Theo. College 1,000 2% cut on Class VIII (356) Itineration Fund 2,390 2,390 1.535

Total * 3.925 3.925

Class VIII Kodai School £4,000 Panhala Teachers’ Inst. 100 Union Training College ... 540 Educational Supervisor 600 Kathryn Stewart Sch. Fund 3° ° Nava Shikshak 60 Class VIII Ratnagiri and Vengurla cuts 700

Total ... *6,300 6,300 156 WESTERN INDIA MISSION [ 1 938

A B C D

Summary—General Treasury Class V ... £9,593 1,777 7,816 Class VI ... 7,305 2,475 4j83° Class VII 3,925 3,925 1,800 Class VIII 6,300 6,300

Total ... £27,123 4,252 22,871 1,800

SUMMARY OF ALL CLASSES BY STATIONS Classes V, VI, VII, VIII and IX

Islampur Class VII ... £ 6 12 120 492 300 VIII ... 1,482 26 1,456

Total £2,094 146 1,948 300

Kodoli VII .. £ 1,4 15 M T5 VIII .. 8,840 1,581 7.259 2,950

Total £10,255 1,581 8,674 2,950

Kolhapur VII .. *2.336 608 1,728 VIII .. 32,162 12,611 ^>551 1,548 IX .. 16,004 13,651 2,353

Total £50,502 26,870 23,632 1,548

Miraj VII .. £2,954 1,164 1,790 VIII .. 2,350 213 2,137 IX .. 1,28,227 1,28,227

Total • R i>33.531 1,29,604 3.927

Nipani VII .. £1,396 122 1,274 VIII .. 4.738 3.344 1.394 24 IX .. 495 495

Total £6,629 3,466 3,163 24 1938] WESTERN INDIA MISSION 157

A B CD Ratnagiri VII .. £2,344 2,344 VIII .. 6,548 1,064 5,484

Total £8,892 1,064 7,828

Ban gli VII .. £2,604 928 1,676 VIII .. i5>875 8,552 7,343 3,242

Total £18,499 9,480 9,019 3,242

V engurla VII ... £1,468 190 1,278 VIII .. 11,299 8,056 3,243 IX ... 76,080 76,080

Total . £88,847 84,326 4,52i

General Treasury V ... * 9’593 i>77 7 7,816 VI ... Ä305 2,475 4,830 VII ... 3,925 3,925 1,800 VIII ... 6,300 6,300

Total £27,123 4,252 22,871 1,800

Distribution of appropriations, Working Classes as received from the Board, 1939-40

Class Class Class Class Class VVIVII VIII IX Total Islampur 492 1,456 1,948 Kodoli I,4I5 7,259 ?,674 Kolhapur 1,728 I9,55r 2,353 23,632 Miraj 1,790 2,137 3,927 Nipani 1,274 t 394 495 3,163 Ratnagiri 2,344 5,484 7,828 Sangli 1,676 7,343 9,0:9 Vengurla 1,278 3,243 4,52i G.T. 7,816 4,830 3,925 6,300 22,871

Totals £7,816 4,830 15,922 54,167 2,848 85,583 INDEX

All references are to Actions as numbered 3801, etc. The first two figures are omitted.

A c t io n P a g e Action 3835, reconsideration 90 28 Action 3858, reconsideration 95 29 Ad-Interim Medical Committee, Miss M. Craig vice Dr. Dunning ...... 25 r5 Ad-Interim Committees (Departmental) to consist of 5 members for 1938-39 234 57 Advances of Govt, to institutions 129 34 Affiliation with Bombay Tract and Book Society J 5 J4 Agents, church membership of, 170 44 Agreement, rental, for Mission Property 154 39 Agreement for teachers, and introduction of the same *55 39 Ahi, Lazarus—Salary out of suspense account ... 97 29 Ali, Lazarus—Salary to be met from Ratnagiri savings 128 34 Alice Home, Statement of financial condition of, 279 67 Appropriation of rent on account of Rev. and Mrs. J. Reid Graham 19 14 Appropriations from Harkness Fund ... 47 20 Appropriation for Panhala Training class 73 25 Appropriation for Educational Supervisor 73 25 Appropriation, meeting 5 % cut in 74 25 Appropriation from Harkness Fund for Sangli Village Leaders’ Class 88 28 Appropriation for Sanatorium, request for class I 137 36 Asirvadam, Dr., ‘appointment of, in St. Luke’s Hosp. 35 17 Ashta Building Fund, temporary use of, for Miraj Hosp. 104 30 Atherston Bungalow a/c, Kodaikanal, Statement of 282 68 Audit, financial actions growing out of (See Institutions concerned) 73 25 Audit, Rev. F. O. Conser’s account 122 33 Auditing Committee, report of 272 65 Audit, Savings in 273 65 Audit, over-expenditure in 274 65 Audit Committee, recommendations of, No transfer through I.M.B.O. 295 72 Audit Committee, recommendations of, Insists on the use of statement sheets ... 296 72 Balekundri, Elias, re-employment of ... 29 16 Baby Fold—Put on docket; (See Committees ... 196 48 Bhivabai Kamble—Pension ,,, ? *3 ii

A c t io n P a g e Bible Study Course, arrangement for ... 158(1) 42 Bible Study Course, every Mission agent expected to take 158(2) 42 Biblical Institution, arrangement for *59 42 Bible Society Grant, distribution of 176 45 Bible Examination for men 188 46 Bible Examination for men 191 47 Bible women, appointment of, in Miraj 192 47 Boarding costs, Annual Meeting 225 56 Bombay Representative Christian Council; Two Language areas 60 23 Bombay Tract and Book Society, Mission re­ presentative 70 24 Bombay Tract and Book Society, Grant to 140 36 Bryn Mawr A/c, closing of 248 60 Building for Miss Meuttmann 22 !5 Cash Allowance—Hot Season 46 20 Catechumen, certificates for 162 43 Central Committee and Lakeville Principal 41 18 Central Committee Sessions 4i Central Pastor’s Fund, reference to Second Century Qommittee 186 46 Central Committee, change in constitution of 218 34 Centennial project, referred Committee in Co-Op. 244 59 Chairman and Secretary, Ex. Comm. ... 1 11 Changes in the Constitution and Rules 5 12 Chavan, D. S. Appointment in Miraj Hosp. ... 94 29 Cherian, Dr. Chako. K. Salary 90 28 Cherian, Dr. Chako. K. Salary 3i3 76 Chopade, Krupabai, salary increase, Miraj Hosp. 3™(3 ) 74 Chopade, Dadu, Miraj Hosp. Salary Increase ... 310(11) 75 Chopade, Anand, Miraj Hosp. Salary Increase ... 3^ 3) 75 Chopade, Liliwati, Miraj Hosp. Salary Increase S10^ ) 75 Chougale, Sarah, Miraj Hosp. Salary Increase ... 310(10) 75 Christian Literature, Mr. Howard in charge of 118(e) 33 Christian patients, payment of Medical fee by ... 217 54 Church Council and men’s evangelistic Work in Sangli Field 39 18 Church membership of Mission agents 170 44 Church Mission relationship, 2 4 2 59 Class V, Expenditures, Statement of ... 293 7i Class V, Receipts, Statement of 294 7i Clerical help for Secretary, Oct. 38-Jan. 39 109 3i Closing Session 80 Committees, Members of: 1. Executive, Members of iii 2. Departmental Committees iii 4. Rotary Committees iv 5. Temporary Committees ... iv 6. Miscellaneous Committees ... vi (See also Special appointments by the President^ iii

A c t io n P a g e Committee, Arrangement, Report of 224 55 Committee for checking Deeds and Legal papers 252 60 Conser, Rev. F. O. transferred to Vengurla 54 22 Consers, the, for Vengurla Station 118(b) 32 Conser, Rev. F. O. Administration of Mission Funds. 118(c) 32 Conser, Rev. F. O. Audit of his account 122 33 Consers, the location in Vengurla (Review after one year) 288 56 Constitution, Miraj Hosp. and Medical School ... 157 40 Co-operation, Committee of Kolhapur Church Council’s report 189 46 Dalve, Mr. D. H., Salary increase of (I.C.H.S.) ... 304 73 Decennial Conference 1941 243 59 Delegate to the General Assembly Report of ... 321 77 Devadatta, Dr. O. I., Resignation of ... 121 33 Departmental and Central Committees’ actions, Reprints of for Indian members ... 181 46 Dhabade, Madhav, Miraj Hosp. increase in Salary 3IO(7) 74 Dhanawade, Sonu, Salary increase of 3^ 5) 75 Dnyanodaya representative, Report of ... 210 52 Educational Supervisor, report of, and ref. to Property Committee re. Portable Homes ... 174 44 Educational Committee Report 47 Educationarl Committee, representative to the Provident Fund Committee 202 49 Educational Ad-Interim Committee, members of 203 49 Educational Ad-Int. Comm, to be alive to educational developments 201(h) 49 Educational T artmental Committee, Indian 204 49 Educational Inspector’s recommendation for Middle and High Schools 201 48 Enright, Miss G. L., Furlough on medical cert... 31 16 Esther Patton School, Administration of 7 12 Esther Patton School, Govt. Grant 18 14 Esther Patton School, financial help for 146 37 Esther Patton School, Govt. Grant 18 14 Esther Patton School, Home Economics Expert 200 48 Esther Patton School, Restoration of cut 308 74 Estimates for 1939-40, printing delayed' till after Jan. Meeting 113 31 Estimates for Itineration as per India Council request 177 45 Estimates for attendants 1938-39 261 62 Estimates, 1939-40, final action in Jan. ’39 .. 316 76 Estimates of Mission, Final draft by Chief Auditor 112 31 Evangelistic Ad-Interim Committee, recom­ mendations of 54 22 A ction Evangelistic Committee, Report of Evangelistic Committee, Indian membership ... 180 Evangelistic Committee, Chairman ... 182 Evangelistic Committee, Indian members for *9 & 39 183 Evangelistic Committee, membership, Ad-Int. Com...... 184 Evangelistic Committee, Representative to the Provident Fund Committee ...... 185 Frederick, Catherine, appointment of ... 28 Frederick, Catherine, Miraj Hosp. Salary increase ...... S 10^ ) Freeman, Miss B. H., Salary on 55% basis .... 114 Funds for Mass Movement Survey, from Harkness ...... 20 Fulton Dr. S. S., Voting right of, ...... 119 Furlough List, preparation of ...... 67 Furlough List 1939-40 and 1940-41 ... 148 Furlough—Dr. W . M. Jones, request for predating, ...... 134 Furlough Study Grants ...... 149 Gaikwad, B. I., Stipend ...... 78 Gaikwad, Bhaskar, Miraj Hosp. Salary increase of 3IO(9) Goheen, Mrs. J. L., Savings returned ... 73 Goheen, J. L., in charge of Agricultural and Extension Depts. in Sangli I. & A. S. ... 201(1) Goheen, Dr. R. H. H., permission to visit Iran ... 91 Gohil, David, Miraj Hosp. Salary increase ... 310(12) Grades and Salaries, appointment of Com­ mittee on ...... 24 Grades and Salaries, a Rotary Committee ... 236 Grades and Salaries Committee to report on scales of Pay, etc., next year ...... 303 Graham, Rev. J. R., Language study of ... 4 Graham Memorial School, Over-expenditure of Rs. 171-5-« ... 73 Graham Memorial School, Hostel screening of ... 250 Group Movement, Training of Workers for ... 161 Guidance Committee, Chairman ...... 150 Guidance Committee, report of ...... 229 Harkness Fund, Statement of ...... 277 Health report, submission to I.C...... 153 Herlekar, Sundarbai, Miraj Hosp., Salary increase of ...... 3I0(2) Herlekar, Shripate, Miraj Hosp., Salary increase of ...... 3 IO(4) High Schools, more use of Marathi for instructions ...... 201(b) Hill Station Rents, in separate account...... 135 A c t io n P a g e Hivale, M. C., payment of pension to ... 124 34 Hombal, D., Reference to Senatus 216 54 Hostesses at Panhala, appreciation of 330 79 Hot Season allowances, restoration to former basis r36 3 6 Hot Season vacation 27 16 Howard, Rev. H. G., his work on return from furlough 118(e) 33 I.C.H.S., Over-expenditure of 73 2 5 India Council Project in Sangli 12 J3 India Council Project in Sangli 167 43 India Council, Statement of I. C. Funds 275 65 India Council, Actual balance 31-3-38 ... 276 66 India Council Member, report of 3 2 2 77 Institutional Reserves 142 37 Inter-Mission Evangelistic Survey 38 18 Inter-Mission Business Office, Contract with 43 19 Islampur Dispensary, renting of 72 2 5 Itineration, Savings in 142 37 Itineration, adequate estimates for 177 45 Jadhav, Manjula, Miraj Hosp., Salary increse ... 310(16) 75 Joint Treasurer for three Missions, Nomination of 44 20 Jones, Dr.W. M., request of, for predating furlough *34 3 6 K.C.M.S., Boarding department of ... 10 13 K.C.M.S., amount charged back 73 2 5 K.C.M.S., 4th standard pupils in January *95 48 K.C.M.S., Executive Committee to make more financial provision for 2d(j) 49 Kincaid, Mr, and Mrs. J. C., Long term ap­ pointment to K.C.M.S. 20l(i) 49 Kindergarten, Kolhapur, Screening of veranda 247 60 Kodaikanal School, savings in School a/c. 84 2 7 Kodaikanal School, report of committee on 208 5 0 Kodaikanal School, Statement of 281 68 Kodaikanal; Electric installation in Bungalows 270 64 Kolhapur Church property 59 23 „ 9y yy 13 1 35 Kolhapur Bazar (Church) Property, ref. to Executive Committee ... 258 61 Kolhapur Bazar (Church) Property, ref. I.C. 36242 259 62 Kolhapur Church and shop account, statement of 286 69 Koshy, Mr. C. K., I.C.H.S., Salary increase of ... 305 73 Krug, Miss M., Salary on 55% basis ... 32 16 Lakeville Principle and Central Committee 41 18 Laubach Dr., Visit of 205 49 Leave of absence, special, for Rev. V. A. Satralkar 172 44 Lyon, Rev. W. H., transferred to Ratnagiri ... 54 22 Lyons, the Transfer to Islampur 118(d) 33 VI

A c t io n P a g e Lyons, the, quarters at Islampur I33 35 Maharaja, H.H. the, of Kolhapur, thanks for use of Bungalow at Panhala ... 329 79 Malap, S. G., release of 53 21 Malap, S. G., retirement and pension of 126 34 Mahableshwar, Mt. Douglas, Charge for upkeep of linen and dishes 255 61 Mahableshwar, Grasses chappers at 260 62 Mary E. Wanless Hospital, Miss Schafer Business Manager of 120 33 Mary E. Wanless Hospital, payment for lean-to 245 59 Mary E. Wanless Hospital, adjustment of balance for lean-to 246 59 Masur land, Measurement ot ... 263 63 Masur property, rental arrangement, etc. 264 63 Masoji, Dr. Sumitra; message of sympathy 326 78 Mathen, Miss Rachel, E.P.S., Salary and allowance 306 73 Medaris, Don, appreciation of service of 21 15 Medaris, Don, reference 3821 ... 34 J7 Medical Committee, report of ...... 53 Medical Committee, recommendations of, for Second Century 214 53 Medical Committee, Indian members of 219 54 Medical Committee, members of Ad-Intm. Comm, of, (See Committees) 219 54 Medical Examiners (See Committees) 222 55 Medical Examiners, report of 223 55 Members retired in the U.S.A. (list) ... viii Meuttmann, Miss A. R., Salary on 55% basis ...* “ 5 32 Middle School teachers to be trained ... 201(a) 48 Minor, Miss E. T., resolution in memory of ... 323 77 Miraj Bungalow appropriation; reconsideration of action 3858 95 29 Miraj Church request for Primary School 175 44 Miraj Constitution, recommendations to the Governing Board 221 54 Miraj, Clovely Bungalow, repair of ... 2 66 63 Miraj Hospital, Mofatlal Building, repair 6 12 Miraj Hospital, appointment of D. S. Chavan and D. J. Punnanon 94 29 Miraj Hospital, Nurses, increases in pay deferred 96 29 „ „ instructions for careful economy 105 3° „ „ and Medical School, Constitution of J5 7 40 „ „ Recommendations for an Admi. Comm. 211 53 Miraj Medical School, future of, referred to Committee (See Committees) 214(f) 53 Miraj Medical School, Nominees to the Board of Governors 220 54 Miraj Medical School, Account to prepare for audit 297 72 vii

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Miraj Senatus, reply to letter from 63 23 Miraj out-station work referred to Senatus 2 I 4 (a ) 5 5 Mission Secretary; items for office ...... 141 3 6 Mission organisation with Executive Secretary and small Executive Committee ... 241 5 8 Mission, special meeting of, in Jan. 1939 3 I 4 76 Mission, special meeting of, request to India Council for Rs. 600 3 i 5 76 Missionaries, location and transfers 118 32 Missionaries assuming pastorate 151 3 9 Missionaries, Annual Medical Exam, report on 215 5 4 Mohite, L., Payment of pension 124 3 4 Motion Lost—Members on Execu. and Rotary Comm. 2 3 5 5 8 Napps, the, for work in Kolhapur on return from furlough 152 3 9 Narrative reports, Special place on next year’s Programme 2 3 3 5 l Narrative reports of Mission for I.C. ... 2 3 9 58 Narrative reports, Committee on, and approval 318 7 7 National Christian Council, Grant ... 3 7 17 Nelson, L. K., Miraj Hosp., Salary increase 3 IO( 8 ) 75 New missionaries, Order of preference 69 24 New Property, Order of Preference 5 6 22 New Property Fund with Treasurer, Statement of 285 68 Nipani Class VII, amount charged back 7 3 25 Nipani Gram Sevak Shala, amount chargedback 7 3 25 Nipani Day School, amount charged back 73 25 Nipani Hospital, Statement of Financial Condition of 278 67 Nipani Church Project, grant to m 4 4 Officers iii Ohol, Nilkanth, Miraj Hosp., Salary increase ... 3 IO(6 ) 7 4 Opening Session 9 Orr, Dr. I., Salary payment through Jan. 1938 ... 02 12 Orr, Dr. I., future relation to Mission ... 08 x3 „ substitute for 3 3 16 62 23 „ travel account of 65 24 „ travel account adjustment of 76 26 „ substitute for, Chamkie ... 106 30 Pali Bungalow and Pali Land 249 60 Pandit, Mr. S. R., to help prepare Physical education for K.C.M.S. 201( g ) 4 9 Panhala for Girl Guide camp 92 28 Panhala Institute, Property reserved for 226 56 Panhala Bungalow, more mattresses and cots, referred to Prop. Committee 227 5 6 Panhala rent rates 2 5 4 60 » » 262 62 Pgnhfila Bazar, sale of land in ...... 2 71 6 5 viii

A c t io n P a g e Panhala, Class allotment 48 20 Pargamkar, Mr. J., E.P.S., Basic salary 3°7 73 Pension Fund, statement of ... 287 69 Pension Fund, Audit Comm, instructed to meet pensions 302 73 Pension Fund, payment of pensions, S. G. Waghchourie, M. C. Hivale and L. Mohite 124 34 Personal Labor reports 36 *7 Personal Labor reports received 319 77 Persecuted Christians, help to, from Mr. Satralkar 169 44 Petitions, Miss Mathen, Messrs. Pargamkar, Joseph, Koshy, etc. 89 28 Petitions, Committee on, report and instructions 3i7 76 Physical Examinations in Schools, Committee appointed (see Committees) 214(e) 53 Poona U. Theol. College, Rs. 1,200 to help three students of 49 21 Pre-Mission Conference Programme 9 Project Proposals 166 43 Property Committee, appeals against ... 57 24 Property Committee, Plans for portable houses ... *74 44 Property, Order of preference for new property 257 61 Property, items for sale, revised list ... 266 63 Provident Fund Committee, Appointment of Messrs. Kincaid and Strahler 30 16 Provident Fund Committee, duties of, to be in Rules 33B. 300 73 Provident Fund revision 40 18 Provident Fund, Revised Rules 108 3i Provident Fund, not paid for students under training 77 ' 26 Provident Fund, Contribution by each unit of work 87 28 Provident Fund account I.M.B.O., statement of 288 69 Provident Fund Account with Christian Mutual Provident Fund Ltd., Statement of 289 69 Provident Fund Account as on 31-3-38, statement of 290 70 Provident Rules, to come into effect ... 299 73 Provident Fund, not retroactive 301 73 Publication Committee, report of 206 49 Publication Committee, Proposals for W . I. Notes 333 79 Public Health, referred to Miraj Senatus 2!4(b) 53 Punnanon, D. J., appointment of, in Miraj Hosp. 94 29 Ranabhise, Rev. I. A., petition of 61 23 Ranabhise, Rev. I. A., no payment of June salary 101 29 Ratnagiri, Matron replacement 5i 21 Recommendations of Educational Inspector for Middle and High Schools 201 48 Records of stations, Exec, and Prop. Comm. examined and approved ... 3l8 77 Refresher Course, Church Council request for approp. ... *39 36 ix

A ction Page Refresher Course, Church Council request for approp. 178. 45 Regional Conference 95 Registrar of Records, Report of 309 74 Registrar of Records, Recommendations accepted 3 ™ 74 Religious Education problems, ref. to R. E. Com. 193 47 Religious Education Committee, Report of 209 51 Rent Receipts and Sanatorium allowances to missionaries 14 14 Renting Mission Bungalow, Ratnagiri ... M3 37 Rental Agreement, Mr. Strahler to confer with Mr. Kerlavakar and report on, 253 60 Rent Fund account, Statement of 292(b) 70 Repair Items sanctioned, summary of ... 265 63 Repair Fund, Statement of 291 70 Reporters for W. I. Notes(see Committees) ... Reports of Mission Representatives 320 77 Reserve Fund for Institutions 68 24 Restoration of cut, by stations and Admin. Committees 145 37 Restoration of cut, request for ruling on, 194 47 Restoration of cut, E.P.S. 308 74 Restoration of salaries of Missionaries, Message of appreciation to the Board 328 79 Resolutions of the Church Council 171 44 Resolutions, Committee on, report of ... 323 77 Retirement and Pension, Baburao C. Sayalekar ... I25 34 Retirement and Pension, S. G. Malap 126 34 Retirement, Taroba B. Sayalekar 127 34 Richardson, Dr. R. C., Amount Charged back ... 73 25 Roll of Members vii Rukadikar, H. G., aid in Theological course ... 17 H Rope-making Machine, D. P. Ghatge, grant for 168 44 Rule 241 to be deleted 66 24 Rules and Constitution, Committee report and temporary arrangement for current year ... 233 57 Rural Medical Service, Committee appointed to prepare plans 214(d) 53 Salary increase. Rev. V. A. Satralkar 138 36 Salve, Dr. Y. S., to take physical examination of School boys 201(f) 48 Salaries of Indian Principals, from gold Classes ... 198 48 Samudre, J. I., no employment for, 99 29 Sanatorium allowance, advance by Treasurer ... 13 13 Sanatorium appropriation for Class I, request for 137 3& Sangli Evangelistic Work and Church Council proposal 39 18 Sangli Dist. Over-expenditure 73 25 Sangli Village Leaders’ Class, Rs. 100 from Harkness Fund 88 28 A X

A c t io n P a g e Sangli Village Leaders’ Class, Rs. 125 from Harkness Fund. 179 45 Sangli Industrial School, Mr. H. Brown, Principal n o 3i Sangli Ind. and Agr. School, to co-ordinate teaching and also separate budget for Agriculture 201(1) 49 Satara Welfare Committee, report of 332 79 Satralkar, Rev. V . A., increase of salary 86 28 Satralkar, Rev. V. A., increase of salary 138 36 Satralkar, Rev. V. A., to remain at Ratnagiri ... 118(a) 32 Satralkar, Rev. V. A., over-expenditures 73 25 Satralkar, Rev. V. A., Estimate in Ratnagiri, Class VII ...... 118(a) 32 Satralkar, Rev. V. A., Missions share in his Pro. Fund 123 33 Satralkar, Rev. V. A., permission for absence to give help to the persecuted Christians 169 44 Satralkar, Rev. V. A., leave of absence 172 44 Sayalekar, Baburao, Retirement 52 21 Sayalekar, Baburao, retirement and pension 125 34 Sayalekar, Taroba B., retirement 127 34 Schafer, Miss F. E., remains Business Manager of M.E.W. Hospital ...... 120 33 Schafer, Miss F. E., salary on 55% basis i 47 38 Scholarships, Additional Scholarships for U. Tr. College students, from I. C. Funds 75 26 Scholarship, application for, Mr. J. A., Thorat ... 144 37 Scholarship Committee, report of 207 5° Scholarship Fund, Kathryn Stewart, statement of 280 67 Scholarship Fund, Kathryn Stewart, report of, and recommendations re. beneficiaries 298 72 School Registers, more attention to 201(c) 48 School teachers, to be more careful of posture and use of voice 201(d) 48 School records of Physical. exams, to be carefully kept 201(e) 48 Schools, to introduce gardening and basic handcraft 20l(k) 49 Second Century Survey, Objectives of, approved 11 13 Second Century Visit Committee 64 24 Second Century Committee, Additional Members 100 29 Second Century tour, I. C. .money for travelling... 107 30 Second Century Committee, Partial report of and Mission’s opinion thereof 240 58 Second Century Committee and Mission (Organisation 241 58 Second Century Committee and Church Mission relationship 242 59 Second Century Survey, Property items ref. to new Property Committee 269 64 xi

A c t io n P a g e Seiler, Miss C. L., Salary on 55% basis 116 32 Siam Mission participation in the Kodaikanal School Fund 83 27 Simpson, Mrs. E. W., over-expenditure 73 25 Simpson, Mrs. E. W., location on return from furlough *32 35 ■Simpson, Mrs. E. W., request, be sent to Board Seer. 55 22 Smith, Mr. Grant for services at Sangli h i 3i S.P.G. Mission, Kolhapur, Co-operation with ... 187 46 Special appointments by the President Speer, Dr. R. E., message of gratitude 33i 79 St. Luke’s Hospital, Appointment of Dr. Asirvadam 35 T7 Statement sheets, Printing of, color of forms ... 256 61 •Statistics and statistical year 237 58 Statistics of Christian community, securing of referred to Committee 238 58 Statistics, submission of 71 25 Statistics, time for submission of, 5° 21 •Stipends, to students in the U. Theol. College, Poona to be reviewed 79 26 'Strahler Rev. W . M., Rule suspended to serve on Audit committee 231 57 -Strahler, Rev. M. W ., agreement re. Kodaikanal Bungalow, and taxes 251 60 Strobridge, Miss V, 55% salary 45 20 Superintendents, training of 164 43 Tambaram Conference, contribution for 117 32 Taxes account, Statement of, 292(a) 70 T.C.M.S., Ratnagiri, request' for additional amount 98 29 T.C.M.S., closing of Boarding Dept, and upper standards 197 48 Theological Scholarship, balance of 1937-38 ... 16 14 'Thomas, P. J., Miraj Hosp. Salary increase 3I(*5 ) 74 Thomas, Miss Malan B., salary and grade of 312 76 Timothy, Dr. M., M.E.W. Hospital, Salary and Grade 311 75 Thorat Mr. J. A., application for scholarship ... T44 37 Training of Voluntary Leaders 163 43 Training of Superintendents 164 43 Treasurer, Mr. Kincaid, continuing temporarily... 230 57 Trust Fund with Treasurer, Statement of 284 68 Unification of Mission Work (see Committees) ... 165 43 United Theol. College, Poona, request for con­ tribution for building 80 27 United Theol. College certificates 81 27 United Theol. College, certificates 160 42 United Theol. College request of, for Dr. J. R., Graham’s service 82 27 xii

' A c t io n P a g e . United Theol. College students selected 38-39- ... 9 * 28- Updegraff, Rev. D. B., Agreement re. Kodaikanal Bung and taxes 25: 60 Urunkar, Krishnaji, B., daily allowance 26 15 Urunkar, Krishanji, B., Mission share in Prov. Fund I23 33 Urunkar, Krishnaji B., resignation as Ass’t Edu. Supervisor 156 40 Vail, Mrs. C. E., greetings from the Mission ... 327 78 Vengurla High School, question of reduction of Mission subidy. 199 48 Vengurla Sanatorium and Leprosarium, temporary sanction for additions 268 64 Voluntary Leaders, training of 163 43- Waghchourie, S. G., payment of Pension 124 34 Wanless T. B. Sanatorium, error re. Admin. Committee. 23 *5- Wanless T. B. Sanatorium, request of, for Rs. 3,850 58 23- Wanless T. B. Sanatorium, request of for Rs. 3,850 130 35 Wanless T. B. Sanatorium, Future constitution and Management refd. to representative ... 214(c) 53 Western India Notes, Proposal for 333 79' Wilder Mrs. Robert P. Condolence letter to ... 102 29 Wilder, Dr. Robert P., resolution in memory of 325 78 Wilson, Rev. and Mrs. R. A., return of °3 12 Wilson, Rev. E. M., resolution in memory of ... 324 78 Winsford Lodge account, Kodaikanal, state­ ment of 283 68: Women’s Work, report of Committee on 190 47'

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